SMT Equipment Maintenance Engineer, Houston, TX

Overview

Spire Tek International is hiring an experienced SMT Equipment Maintenance Engineer to support and optimize SMT production lines for a global electronics manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving SMT equipment performance to ensure stable, efficient, and high-quality production.

• Perform daily maintenance, calibration, and preventive maintenance on SMT equipment
• Quickly diagnose equipment failures and perform emergency repairs to minimize downtime
• Adjust equipment parameters (placement accuracy, solder paste printing, etc.) to improve yield and efficiency
• Participate in equipment modification and performance improvement projects
• Prepare equipment maintenance SOPs and failure analysis reports
• Train technicians and collaborate with Production, Process, and Quality teams
• Familiarity with equipment brands listed (Fuji NXT, Universal, GKG printers, Heller ovens, AOI/SPI, AnDa, Speedline, Asymtek, etc.)

Education

• Associate’s degree or higher in Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related fields

Experience

• 2+ years of hands-on SMT equipment maintenance experience
• Familiarity with mainstream SMT equipment brands
• Background in consumer electronics or automotive electronics manufacturing is a plus

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of SMT mechanical and electrical systems
• Servo motors, pneumatics, sensors, PCB conveyor systems
• Proficient with diagnostic tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes) and electrical schematics
• Ability to quickly learn SMT control software and perform basic PLC troubleshooting
• Strong communication skills and safety awareness

• SMT manufacturing environment
• Schedule:
  
  5 days/week, 8-hour shifts (occasional overtime for projects)
• Competitive compensation package
• Benefits and career growth opportunities