Sandisk

Technology

SeniorEngineer,SMTProcessEngineering

$120–180k ~AI est. Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior Engineer, SMT Process Engineering at Sandisk. Skills: SMT Process Engineering, Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement. Develop SMT processes. Optimize SMT processes”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive yield improvements; Drive quality improvements; Drive process robustness improvements; Enhance capability; Enhance efficiency; Enhance cost effectiveness; Meet minimum CPK > 1.67; Meet stretch target CPK > 2.0; Achieve FPY > 99.5%; Sustain FPY > 99.5%

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis; Problem-solving; Analytical; Troubleshooting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Knowledge of soldering principles, Knowledge of flux chemistry, Knowledge of thermal profiling, Knowledge of IPC standards, Proficient in DOE, Proficient in SPC, Proficient in FMEA, Proficient in root cause analysis tools, Experience with automation, Experience with vision inspection systems, Experience with process control software, Excellent problem-solving skills, Excellent analytical skills, Excellent communication skills, Ability to work independently, Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Nice to Have

Bachelor's or Master's degree, 4 years of hands-on experience, Lean Six Sigma certification

What You'll Do.

Develop SMT processes

Optimize SMT processes

Sustain SMT processes

Develop mechanical assembly processes

Optimize mechanical assembly processes

Sustain mechanical assembly processes

Lead process characterization

Perform root cause analysis

Drive yield improvements

Drive quality improvements

Drive process robustness improvements

Collaborate with manufacturing

Collaborate with quality

Collaborate with NPI engineering

Support new product introduction

Support transition to sustaining mode

Evaluate new equipment

Implement new equipment

Implement new tooling

Evaluate new manufacturing technologies

Select new manufacturing technologies

Implement new manufacturing technologies

Create process documentation

Maintain process documentation

Improve process documentation

Provide technical guidance

Provide training to operators

Provide training to engineering teams

Monitor key process KPIs

Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Support customer audits

Support technical reviews

Support process capability assessments

Drive process capability improvements

Achieve first-pass yield targets

Sustain first-pass yield targets

Define troubleshooting procedures

Maintain troubleshooting procedures

Ensure OCAPs have clear actions

Validate OCAP effectiveness

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Manufacturing teams; Quality teams; NPI engineering teams; Production operators; Engineering teams

Communication Scope

Technical guidance; Training; Customer audits; Technical reviews

Process & Methodology

DOE planning

Full Job Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop, optimize, and sustain SMT and mechanical assembly processes, with a primary focus on through hole components. * Lead process characterization activities, including DOE planning/execution and in‑depth root cause analysis, to drive yield, quality, and process robustness improvements. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, quality, and NPI engineering—to support new product introduction and smooth transition to sustaining mode. * Evaluate, select, and implement new equipment, tooling, and manufacturing technologies to enhance capability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. * Create, maintain, and continuously improve process documentation such as work instructions, control plans, PFMEAs, and standard operating procedures. * Provide technical guidance and training to production operators and engineering

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