Advanced SMT Design Manufacturing Engineer
Job in
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94306, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
Snapchat
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.
Specs Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Snap Inc. dedicated to making computing more human. The company develops Specs, advanced eyewear that seamlessly integrates digital experiences into the physical world.
Specs feature see-through lenses that place digital objects directly into three-dimensional space, powered by Snap OS, a proprietary, context-aware operating system designed for natural interaction with your hands and voice.
Specs Inc. also provides Lens Studio, a full suite of advanced developer tools that powers immersive augmented reality experiences across Specs, Snapchat, and other services.
We're looking for a Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Design Manufacturing Engineer to join the Specs Technical Operations / NPI team to work on our next generation Augmented Reality Specs!
What you’ll do:
Collaborate with engineering, board designers, and contract manufacturers to ensure SMT design for manufacturability
Provide guidance and review of PCBA and padstack designs to optimize yields, performance, and reliability
Provide subject matter expertise on SMT process and DFM requirements to Engineering and Operations Plan, manage, and execute an SMT technology roadmap to drive product miniaturization, process capability, and for SMT adjacent technologies (ACF bonding, hot-bar, laser welding, etc).Support prototype builds with contract manufacturers in Asia (estimated travel 10-30%, primarily to Asia)
Plan, coordinate and analyze Design-of-Experiments to improve and extend our manufacturing capabilities
Drive continuous improvement in factory yield and throughput
Provide failure analysis and resolution for SMT related defects
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong background in SMT screen printing, placement, reflow, depanelization, POP soldering, ACF bonding, stacked boards, and other SMT technologies
Experience utilizing DFM tools to ensure proper PCBA and padstack designs
Knowledge of PCB fabrication processes and PCB stackups
Familiar with analytic tools such x-ray, cross-sections, red-dye, etc.
Solid understanding of Six Sigma concepts
Demonstrated ability to design, execute and evaluate Design-of-Experiments Able to prioritize duties and work independently
Excellent interpersonal skills with a high attention to detail
Minimum Qualifications:
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, chemistry, physics or equivalent8+ years of experience with SMT in consumer electronics industry
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in a related technical field
Experience working collaboratively with both internal and external partners, domestic and overseas
Six Sigma Black Belt certification
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