Advanced PE SMT Process Engineer

Astemo Indiana • Harrodsburg, KY

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Primary responsibilities include investigating and developing new SMT processes, driving cost and efficiency improvements, and supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment at manufacturing sites. The role works closely with site Process Engineering (PE) teams and Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to ensure a smooth, zero-defect (0 PPM) product launch. Secondary responsibilities include preparing equipment and standard time (ST) quotations for new business opportunities, developing robust manufacturing processes for new component types, and collaborating with Design Engineering (DE) to establish and maintain process Value Engineering/Validation (VEC) standards for both current and future products.

Requirements

• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong initiative to complete project tasks on-time and in-budget
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with cross functional teams
• Strong time management skills to simultaneously manage multiple projects
• Ability to manage projects in a team environment
• BS degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics or other engineering technology
• 5+ years of SMT engineering experience in automotive/manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• SolidWorks 3-D CAD modeling (or other CAD systems) experience
• Programming capability (PLC/GLC, C++, VB, SQL, etc.)
• Experience with all Surface Mount Technology processes (solder printing, component mounting, adhesive, reflow, AOI and SPI)
• Vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) experience
• Experience with Process Design
• Experience with robotic applications

Responsibilities

• Investigating and developing new SMT processes
• Driving cost and efficiency improvements
• Supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment at manufacturing sites
• Working closely with site Process Engineering (PE) teams and Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to ensure a smooth, zero-defect (0 PPM) product launch
• Preparing equipment and standard time (ST) quotations for new business opportunities
• Developing robust manufacturing processes for new component types
• Collaborating with Design Engineering (DE) to establish and maintain process Value Engineering/Validation (VEC) standards for both current and future products

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.
• At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community.
• Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to [email protected] when applying for the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level