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Business Unit: Level Measurement Solutions

Posting Date: Jul 31, 2026

Job Description:

Position Summary

The SMT Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and efficient production. This role focuses on improving equipment performance, reducing defects, increasing yield, and supporting new product introductions (NPI).

This role ensures that all processes meet quality, efficiency, and safety standards, with a strong focus on ISO 9001 compliance, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The engineer plays a key role in process validation, documentation, and sustaining engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop, implement, and optimize SMT manufacturing processes, including solder paste printing, pick-and-place operations, reflow soldering, and inspection systems.
- Support thetransfer of manufacturing processesfrom U.S. operations to Nuevo Laredo, ensuring production readiness and process stability.
- Maintain and develop test equipment for PCBA based on LabView technology.
- Develop, document, and optimizePCBA assembly process, including material flow, workstation layout, and tooling requirements.
- Lead and supportcontinuous improvement initiativesusing Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Poka Yoke methodologies.
- Collaborate with product engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve process-related issues and implement best practices.
- Participate inroot cause analysisand implementcorrective/preventive actions (CAPA)for process deviations or inefficiencies.
- Support the introduction of new products (NPI) by defining process flows, work instructions, and validation plans.
- Ensure compliance withISO 9001,IPC-A-610, andJ-STD-001standards in all process documentation and execution.




- Maintain and improveprocess documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and visual aids.
- Provide technical training and support to operators and technicians on new or modified processes.
- Utilize ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) for process control, documentation, and production planning.

Qualifications

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

Experience:

- Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering within an electronics manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience withPCBA processes, including manual and automated operations.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Bilingual (Spanish & English).

Preferred:

- Knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and ESD standards.
- Experience with PFMEA, Process Flow, and SPC.
- Availability to travel as needed.

Compensation

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading integral provider of industrial technology solutions servinga diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual,Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEKisa component of the S&P; 500. Visit for more information.

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📌 SMT Process Engineer (Nuevo Laredo)
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