PCBA Process Engineer
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Job Location:
Buffalo Grove, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Posting Start DateJob Posting End DateFlex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but dont meet every bullet point we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) Process Engineer is responsible for developing optimizing and sustaining manufacturing processes for electronic assemblies. This role focuses on ensuring highquality costeffective and scalable PCBA production through process design equipment optimization defect reduction and continuous improvement across SMT and throughhole operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop validate and improve SMT assembly processes including solder paste printing pickandplace reflow.
- Establish and maintain process parameters work instructions control plans and standard operating procedures.
- Lead process characterization (DOE capability studies) to ensure robust and repeatable manufacturing performance.
- Provide daytoday engineering support to production lines to resolve yield quality equipment or throughput issues.
- Analyze process data and defect trends using SPC and rootcause analysis tools to drive corrective actions.
- Support rampup of new products from NPI through full production.
- Drive defect reduction initiatives targeting solder defects component damage alignment issues and functional failures.
- Support PFMEA creation and maintenance for PCBA processes.
- Collaborate with Quality Engineering on customer complaints audits and corrective/preventive actions.
- Define equipment requirements and support selection qualification and deployment of SMT and PCBA manufacturing equipment.
- Work with maintenance and vendors to optimize equipment performance uptime and reliability.
- Specify and validate fixtures stencils solder profiles and tooling.
- Collaborate with Design Engineering on DFM/DFA reviews to improve manufacturability and testability.
- Support Supply Chain with material evaluations alternate components and supplier process readiness.
- Train operators and technicians on new processes equipment and best practices.
- Maintain accurate process documentation change control and traceability records.
- Ensure compliance with IPC standards (e.g. IPCA610 JSTD001) and internal quality requirements.
Required Qualifications
- BS Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
- 5 years of experience in PCBA or electronics manufacturing.
- Strong understanding of SMT
- Handson experience with reflow profiling solder paste printing and defect analysis.
- Familiarity with IPC standards and electronic assembly quality requirements.
- Knowledge of automated equipment systems and tools - robotic vision material handling Conveyors PLC HMI Pick-Place-Pack Inspection/Tes
- Experience using datadriven problemsolving tools (DOE SPC 8D Ishikawa).
- Knowledge of AOI SPI Xray inspection and functional test integration.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years experience working with manufacturing of medical devices
- Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering experience working in high-volume assembly processes.
- Excellent verbal written and critical thinking skill
- Experience with high speed low mix or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma Kaizen).
- Experience supporting automation or Industry 4.0 initiatives.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fastpaced environment.
- Excellent communication skills for crossfunctional teamwork.
- Detailoriented with a focus on process discipline and standardization.
Work Environment
- Manufacturing floor and office environment.
- May require occasional travel to suppliers or contract manufacturers.
- Handson involvement with production equipment and processes.
What youll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical dental and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category
Production EngineeringIs Sponsorship Available
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age race religion color sex national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. Were happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and well discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex you must complete the application process first).Required Experience:
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