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# SMT Technical Lead

- **Company:** Q-Edge Corporation, Foxconn
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/smt-technical-lead-houston-tx--4b4c7910-4f55-4efa-96a1-7423f195a311

## About the Role

Technical Leadership, Surface Mount Technology, Surface Mount Technology, Team Lead/Manager, Problem Solving Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Analysis Skills, Manufacturing Operations, Process Improvement, Quality Management, 1. Bachelor's Degree (Can be substituted by proven equivalent work experience)

 * Engineering disciplines (preferred): Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial
Engineering, Automation, Engineering Technology, etc.

Experience Requirements

 1. Equipment Experience: Must be experienced in SMT Equipment including but not limited to:
 * Solder Paste Printer - GKG, * Electronics Manufacturing: At least 3-5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing (e.g.,
production line upgrades, technology transfers).

 * Process Knowledge: Familiarity with critical stages of manufacturing: assembly, testing,
packaging.

 3. Project Management Experience
 * Project Leadership: Led or actively participated in 2-3+ technical projects with clear outcomes
(e.g., efficiency improvements, cost reduction, process standardization).

 * Risk Management: Demonstrated ability to identify technical, supply chain, or production risks
and develop mitigation plans.

 4. Technical Experience
 * Manufacturing Engineering: Knowledge of manufacturing equipment (e.g., Automated Test
Equipment, AOI, robotics), production line layout, and parameter optimization (e.g., OEE
improvement).

 * Data Analysis: Experience using tools (Excel, Python, SQL, BI tools) to analyze manufacturing
data and support decision-making.
Supervision

 * This position has multiple direct reports from engineering team (Engineers and Technicians)
Skills

 * Strong technical and analytical mindset.
 * Cross-functional communication and collaboration.
 * Results-driven with a focus on process optimization and problem-solving.
 * Language Fluent in English, Mandarin or Spanish is a plus.

## Description

Leading a team of SMT engineers and technicians to resolve production issue, perform predictive and
preventative maintenance/analysis to proactively reduce potential machine issues, optimize production
process, improve product quality, and ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
This role requires extensive end-to-end SMT equipment knowledge and experience in order to solve
machine downtime and issues in a timely manner. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional
teams to drive continuous improvement, resolve technical challenges, and align manufacturing strategies
with organizational goals., 1. Resolve Production Issues

 * Become the SME for all SMT equipment-related questions and concerns.
 * Being able to provide technical guidance for RCA/FACA related to production equipment.
 * Being able to manage the allocated engineering resources in order to support production and
maintenance activities.

 2. Lead Preventative Maintenance Activities
 * Manage weekly equipment maintenance activities (Resource, Supplies, etc)
 * Provide guidance on maintenance activities to ensure preventative maintenance are done
according to company's policies and SOPs.

 3. Project Planning & Execution
 * Collaborate with Project team and TPMs to define requirements, technical specs, deliverables,
and timelines via cross-functional collaboration.

 * Identify risks (technical/production/supply chain) and develop mitigation strategies.
 4. Process Optimization
 * Analyze production bottlenecks and propose improvements (e.g., automation, process
reengineering).

 * Identify and/or Implement Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to reduce defects and costs.
 5. Resource & Cost Control
 * Allocate resources (human/material/equipment) to meet production/project goal.
 * Team management and development thru projects/task assigments.
 6. Quality Assurance & Problem Solving
 * Lead root-cause analysis (e.g., 8D method, FACA, FMEA etc) for defects and drive corrective
actions.

 * Address customer feedback/ pass down and coordinate recalls or improvements as needed.
 7. Innovation & Partnerships
 * Evaluate new technologies (equipment/materials/processes) for feasibility and impact.
 * Collaborate with relevant customer's counterpart (TPM/ Ops/ NPO/ AME) for R&D and
innovation.