Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift)

TTM Technologies•Stafford Springs, CT

About The Position

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career, TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive. At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here’s a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success. Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year! Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends. Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge. Responsible for direct technical support & defining the methodology by which printed circuit boards assemblies are manufactured efficiently and consistently in order to meet customer quality requirements Applies common engineering principles to identify and quantify improvement opportunities for product design and process methodology, and will consider all aspects of the manufacturing process including manpower, methods, materials, machines, measurements, and the work environment Analyzes yield and statistical process control data and provides corrective actions for issues that negatively impact the performance of the division Prepares project plans and manages/executes the completion of those plans in a time-critical fashion Manages and executes engineering project assignments relative to process capacity, process capability, cost reduction, process efficiency, technology advancement and customer support, and is ultimately responsible for ensuring the profitability of the division by these means

Requirements

Ability to interpret customer documentation (Blueprints, drawings, bills of material, specifications)
Solidworks or similar 3d modeling software; Use of various software platforms for equipment set up for Thermal Profiling for Convection Reflow and Wave Solder, Valor Process Preparation for artwork conversation to machine formats for SMT programming and troubleshooting
Hands on skills for mechanical assembly; hardware installation, epoxy application
Use of basic hand tools and machine shop equipment
Cross-functional communication skills, partnering across engineering, quality, and operations
BS Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing) or equivalent experience required

Nice To Haves

Experience with offline programming using Valor Process Prep is a plus
Experience with surface mount and solder process is a plus
Stencil Design Screen Printer and Solder Paste Inspection system Programming Pick and Place Programming Reflow Profiling
Previous engineering experience within a PCBA environment
Working knowledge of Industry and Military Standards

Responsibilities

Programming implementation and initial setup of production equipment
Use of offline programming software to develop work instructions and machine programs including but not limited to: stencil design, solder paste inspection, surface mount pick and place, selective solder, wave solder, and AOI
Responsible for set up and maintenance of component package library
Carries out cost-effective design, installation, method of transfer, monitoring, and modification of manufacturing processes.
Analyzes yield and statistical process control data and provides corrective actions
Prepares project plans, manages/executes completion in time-critical manner
Establishes and maintains systems for determining whether a product, as designed, can be manufactured
Immediate technical support to production staff: Provide Real-time “tweaks" to production processes
Feedback to & coordination of issues & updates w/ Managers, Engineers and Supervisors
Provide technical support for SPC feedback and error proofing production processes
Perform and document 8D root cause / corrective action investigations
Ensure production department(s) are in compliance with ISO9001 and AS9100 standards