Process Engineer - SMT / Electronics Manufacturing
An established electronics manufacturer in Lewes is expanding its SMT operation following sustained growth and is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support PCBA manufacturing and continuous improvement activity. If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
- Provide Process Engineering support across SMT and PCBA manufacturing
- Own and improve SMT processes including screen print, pick & place, reflow, AOI, wave and selective soldering
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles
- Support NPI activity including design reviews, BOM verification and risk management
- Develop line layouts, operator work content and standard work instructions
- Track engineering changes through to implementation in production
- Analyse production data to drive fact-based process improvements
- Work cross-functionally with Design, Operations and Production teams
- Process Engineer background within electronics / SMT manufacturing
- Strong understanding of PCB assembly processes and materials
- Experience of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- HNC minimum in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (or equivalent)
- Comfortable taking a hands-on, practical engineering approach
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Desirable:
- Engineering change management experience
- Six xehkeey Sigma exposure
- CAD familiarity
- NPI / NPD experience
- HND or Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
- Private medical insurance
- 6% employer pension contribution
- Discretionary bonus
- Enhanced family leave