SMT Engineer

Helbako

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, maintain, and optimize SMT and AOI manufacturing processes.
Create, validate, and continuously improve SMT and AOI machine programs.
Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for quality and productivity improvements.
Analyze production defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Perform root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and Pareto analysis.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and industrialization.
Define and maintain process parameters, work instructions, and technical documentation.
Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Yield, First Pass Yield (FPY), DPMO, and OEE.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and efficiency.
Provide technical support and training to operators, technicians, and production personnel.
Collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
Support internal, customer, and certification audits.
Ensure compliance with IPC standards, IATF 16949 requirements, and customer-specific requirements.
Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, and Process Flow development and updates.

Provide technical support for SMT and AOI equipment.
Participate in preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
Monitor equipment performance, uptime, and process capability.
Support equipment upgrades, process modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
Contribute to spare parts management and maintenance planning.
Assist in commissioning and qualification of new equipment.

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing.
Hands-on experience with SMT ASM equipment and AOI (VISCOM equipment knowledge is an advantage) processes.
Technical Skills

AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) – VISCOM equipment knowledge is an advantage
Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards.
Understanding of process control and defect analysis.
Experience with problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, FMEA, SPC).
Ability to read and interpret electronic drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

English –advanced level (written and spoken); German language knowledge is an advantage.