SMT Technical Lead

Purpose of the position 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. Resource & Cost Control

• Allocate resources (human/material/equipment) to meet production/project goal.
• Team management and development thru projects/task assigments.

1. 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.

1. 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.

Education

and work experience Educational Requirements

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
• SPI/AOI- Holly, TRI, JET
• PnP – Fuji, Universal
• Reflow Oven – Ersa, HB, JT
• Laser Marking/Cutting Machine – Han’s, Hymson
• Mechanical/Laser Depanel – Aurotek, Martintrier
• Conveyors, Buffers, other ancillary equipments

1. Industry Experience

• 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.

1. 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.

1. 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. Working conditions
• This position will be mostly based inside the Manufacturing Production floor, not an office-based role. Continuous presence inside production area is expected.
• Fast-paced work environment, must be agile in responding to ever-changing production requirement and condition.
• Must be able to respond to after-hour emergencies and be available to work non-core hours or overtime to complete various projects without interruption to operations. Expect >40hrs per week, with Sat/Sun OT requirement depending on business needs.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.