Advanced PE SMT Process Engineer

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. – Engineering – Corporate Advanced Production Engineering team supports All SDV Business Unit Americas Region manufacturing sites.

Primary responsibilities include investigating and developing new SMT processes, driving cost and efficiency improvements, and supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment at manufacturing sites. The role works closely with site Process Engineering (PE) teams and Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to ensure a smooth, zero-defect (0 PPM) product launch.

Secondary responsibilities include preparing equipment and standard time (ST) quotations for new business opportunities, developing robust manufacturing processes for new component types, and collaborating with Design Engineering (DE) to establish and maintain process Value Engineering/Validation (VEC) standards for both current and future products.

• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong initiative to complete project tasks on-time and in-budget.
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with cross functional teams.
• Strong time management skills to simultaneously manage multiple projects.
• Ability to manage projects in a team environment.

• Solid Works 3-D CAD modeling (or other CAD systems) experience.
• Programming capability (PLC/GLC, C++, VB, SQL, etc.).
• Experience with all Surface Mount Technology processes (solder printing, component mounting, adhesive, reflow, AOI and SPI).
• Vision systems (Keyence, Cognex).
• Experience with Process Design.
• Experience with robotic applications.

BS degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics or other engineering technology.

5+ years of SMT engineering experience in automotive/manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands:
Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. May occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

Travel:
Less than 30%.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.