SMT Process Engineer

Description

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.

NAI is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace on Long Island! Our culture is very collaborative. We have team building events, company picnics, special event day and employee game room. Please visit our website at www.naii.com/careers to see more about what makes us a unique place to work.

Summary Responsible for processing PCA’s from kitting through delivery in a fast-moving low volume, high mix environment. Responsible for resolving process challenges, including SMT/TH defects and assembly flow improvements. Performs operator training on new or updated technologies. Coordinates first piece activities, facilitates process defect reviews and ensures equipment preventative maintenance is performed. Evaluate new engineering designs and interface with Design Engineering to maximize opportunities to improve manufacturability.

Requirements

• Programming and maintenance of SMT pick & place equipment listed below.
• Troubleshooting production related defects and improving processes to root cause resolution.
• Coordination and training of operators/ Techs to minimize line down time.
• Optimization of manufacturing processes, including change-over/setups, to maximize production efficiency.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules for supporting equipment.
• Evaluate new engineering designs for manufacturability and report out finding and improvement suggestions.
• Function in a team-based mindset to ensure buy in from all relevant parties.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Candidate must have 2 years of directly related SMT manufacturing experience and IPC-610/JSTD-001 training a positive.
• Circuit CAM and Gerber knowledge/understanding is required.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Candidates must be a U.S. Person, defined as either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), and must be able to provide appropriate documentation upon hire to verify this status. Please note that some positions involve sensitive customer contracts and require U.S. citizenship as a condition of employment.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Experience with the following equipment a positive: MY500 Jet Printer or equivalent paste screening experience, My100 pick and place equipment including programming and troubleshooting packages, Selective Solder or equivalent, Mirtec/Viscom AOI, CircuitCam and Aegis.

North Atlantic Industries offers comprehensive and competitive packages including:

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) with company matching contributions
• Vacation, holidays, sick
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Opportunities for learning and career development

Work Schedule and Environment

• Monday to Friday, Day Shift
• Discretionary 9/80 Schedule
• Business casual dress code

NAI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Read our full EEO/AAP statement.