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Experience:

Senior Level Salary:

$160,000 - $200,000 per year Job Details - Key Responsibilities Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for PCB and PCBA manufacturing processes Provide hands-on, real-time troubleshooting of manufacturing defects and process issues Partner directly with Production and Engineering teams on the manufacturing floor daily Analyze, diagnose, and disposition non-conformances and quality issues Drive improvements in yield, process stability, and overall product quality Serve as a technical authority on SMT processes and

PCB/PCBA

manufacturing best practices Support continuous improvement initiatives across process, materials, and equipment Required Qualifications 8+ years of direct experience in SMT and

PCB/PCBA

manufacturing environments Strong hands-on background in

PCB/PCBA

production (not design-focused) Deep working knowledge of:

IPC-A-610

(Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) and

IPC-A-600

(Acceptability of Printed Boards) Proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve manufacturing defects in real time Experience working on the production floor in a highly technical capacity Strong understanding of process chemistry and materials involved in

PCB/PCBA

manufacturing ITAR eligibility required; experience working in an ITAR-regulated environment is a strong plus

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) environments Exposure to high-mix, high-complexity manufacturing Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable improvements What Makes This Role Unique Highly visible, critical-impact SME position Opportunity to drive real-time solutions rather than purely strategic work Deep collaboration with operations, engineering, and leadership Ideal for someone who thrives as a hands-on expert vs. a desk-based engineer A bit about us: - We are seeking a highly technical, hands-on

PCB / PCBA

Process Engineer to join a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This is not a design role—it is a deeply technical, floor-facing position focused on the chemistry, processes, and real-time problem-solving within PCB and PCBA manufacturing. This individual will serve as a go-to expert and "do-er", working side-by-side with Production and Engineering teams to optimize processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive quality and yield improvements. This is a high-visibility role with significant impact across operations. Why join us?

- Competitive base salary:

$160K - $200K Relocation assistance available (if applicable) Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) Long-term growth within a highly specialized manufacturing environment #manufacturing #process #pcb #electronics-manufacturing #pcba #chemistry #pcba-manufacturing #ipc-a-610 #smt-manufacturing #ipc-a-600 #tier3