SMT Lead

Neros Technologies • Torrance, CA

2d

About The Position

To fuel Neros’ accelerating growth, we are bringing an advanced SMT line completely in-house. This capability will supercharge our rapid development cycle for proprietary designs while giving us the ultimate flexibility to scale PCBA production volume on demand. As the SMT Lead you will drive the technical evaluation, sourcing, and procurement of all capital equipment required to establish a best in class, in-house SMT production line. You will lead the physical installation, programming, calibration, and optimization of the SMT line; establish preventative maintenance schedules to maximize machine uptime, throughput, and OEE. You will develop and manage component sourcing strategy and inventory control systems to ensure seamless production continuity and minimize material shortages. You will architect and implement an agile, rapid-response manufacturing workflow capable of executing fast-turn PCB prototypes for new R&D designs without disrupting ongoing production schedules. You will serve as the primary manufacturing liaison to the hardware design engineering team, providing critical DFM feedback on panelization, pad geometries, component spacing, and thermal profiles to optimize yield and reliability. You will recruit, train, and manage a lean, high-performing team of technicians and operators to execute daily SMT operations, quality inspection, and complex IPC-standard component rework/repair.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing engineering, with at least 2+ years in a lead, supervisory, or managerial role overseeing an active SMT production floor
• Proven track record of successfully executing New Product Introductions (NPI) and managing the physical setup, optimization, and expansion of an in-house SMT manufacturing line
• Hands-on experience programming, operating, and troubleshooting major SMT line machinery, including screen printers, high-speed pick-and-place systems, multi-zone reflow ovens, and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) tools
• Deep technical proficiency in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for high-density PCBAs, with the ability to interpret Gerber files, schematics, and BOMs (Bill of Materials) to optimize component footprints, pad geometries, and panel layout
• Active or previous certifications in IPC-A-610 and IPC-7711/7721
• Experience using ERP/MES software to track component inventory, manage moisture-sensitive devices (MSD tracking), structure assembly workflows, and monitor line yield metrics

Nice To Haves

• Startup experience
• Experience designing PCBAs

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical evaluation, sourcing, and procurement of all capital equipment required to establish a best in class, in-house SMT production line
• Lead the physical installation, programming, calibration, and optimization of the SMT line; establish preventative maintenance schedules to maximize machine uptime, throughput, and OEE
• Develop and manage component sourcing strategy and inventory control systems to ensure seamless production continuity and minimize material shortages
• Architect and implement an agile, rapid-response manufacturing workflow capable of executing fast-turn PCB prototypes for new R&D designs without disrupting ongoing production schedules
• Serve as the primary manufacturing liaison to the hardware design engineering team, providing critical DFM feedback on panelization, pad geometries, component spacing, and thermal profiles to optimize yield and reliability
• Recruit, train, and manage a lean, high-performing team of technicians and operators to execute daily SMT operations, quality inspection, and complex IPC-standard component rework/repair

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed