SMT Process Engineer - 2nd Shift (10%)

Flex • Austin, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Flex is seeking an SMT Process Engineer for their Austin, TX location, working the 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:15 PM). This role reports to the Process Engineering Manager and is responsible for process-engineering capabilities focused on cost, quality, and delivery improvements to support the manufacturing organization. The company encourages individuals to apply even if they don't meet every qualification. Flex is a diversified manufacturing partner that helps brands design, build, and deliver innovative products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4–6 years SMT process engineering experience.
• Processes test runs and prepares records (breakdown events, scrap, etc.), charts, and graphs of results for presentation to engineering to identify yield problems or test new products.
• Knowledge of SMT equipment and IPC standards (IPC A 610, J STD 001).
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with equipment such as ASM, DEK/MPM, BTU/Heller, Koh Young, Nordson.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma or IPC certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize SMT processes including printing, placement, reflow, AOI/SPI.
• Troubleshoot defects and lead root cause and corrective action activities.
• Provide customer facing experience and train technicians on SMT processes.
• Support NPI builds, DFM reviews, and process validation.
• Maintain process documentation and establish process controls (SPC, DOE).
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to ensure stable line performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/6σ tools.

Benefits

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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