Flex

SMTProcessEngineer

Guadalajara, Mexico FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“SMT Process Engineer at Flex. Skills: SMT Process, SPI, Reflow Profiling, Tooling Design. Supervise technical activities. Develop programs for equipment”

What You'll Achieve.

meet quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement objectives; yield increase; scrap reduction; cycle time optimization; process capability

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

analytical and problem-solving skills; real-time problem solving; identify root causes; implement corrective actions

Eligibility Requirements

Availability to support production schedules

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Experience in SMT, PTH, Backend processes, knowledge in SPI, edge bonding, smart torque systems, Experience with stencil design, reflow profiling, tooling/fixture design, pallet validation, Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards, CPK analysis, CAD/Gerber files, Knowledge of production control systems, traceability, serial control, process flows, Previous experience leading or supervising technical teams, Proficiency in MS Office tools, analytical and problem-solving skills, Availability to support production schedules

What You'll Do.

Supervise technical activities

Develop programs for equipment

Analyze and validate SPI

Develop reflow profiles

Create standard operating procedures

Perform capacity analysis

Lead continuous improvement initiatives

Establish manufacturing processes

Drive improvements focused on yield

Troubleshoot PCB assembly issues

Design and develop tooling

Ensure process documentation

Evaluate manufacturability

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Participate in daily production support

Prepare capital expenditure justifications

Execute engineering changes

Perform process parameter characterization

Develop new process control methodologies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Process & Methodology

Lead continuous improvement initiatives, Kaizen events

Full Job Description

Flex 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 don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. ## Job Summary To support our manufacturing operations, we are looking for an **SMT Process Engineer** to join our team at Guadalajara North Campus. Reporting to the Process Manager, this role is responsible for overseeing critical SMT processes, ensuring the proper execution of production plans, and leading technical activities to meet quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement objectives. ### **What a typical day looks like:** * Supervise and coordinate technical activities within SMT production processes. * Develop, implement, and optimize programs for DEK, SPI, Camalot, and Press Fit equipment. * Analyze and validate stencils; perform SPI debug and Pick & Place failure analysis. * Develop and validate reflow profiles, including instrumentation of profiling boards. * Create and maintain standard operating procedures, visual aids, and technical documentation. * Perform capacity analysis, calculate rates per station, and identify process bottlenecks. * Lead and document continuous improvement initiatives and Kaizen events. * Establish and manage manufacturing processes aligned with customer specifications. * Drive improvements focused on yield increase, scrap reduction, and cycle time optimization. * Troubleshoot issues related to PCB assembly processes. * Conduct CPK studies for solder paste processes and ensure process capability. * Design and develop tooling, jigs, and fixtures, and ensure proper implementation in production. * Ensure proper documentation and process validation according to customer and internal standards.

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