EMLinQ LLC is seeking an experienced SMT Process and Programming Engineer responsible for developing, programming, maintaining, and improving surface-mount manufacturing processes. This position supports new product introduction, production troubleshooting, equipment programming, process validation, quality improvement, and operator training.

The idóneo candidate will have hands-on experience programming SMT equipment and developing reliable processes for high-mix, low-to-medium-volume PCB assemblies, including fine-pitch components, 01005 components, QFNs, BGAs, micro-BGAs, LEDs, and other complex packages.

Minimum Qualifications
- Five or more years of hands-on SMT process engineering, programming, or manufacturing engineering experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience programming automated pick-and-place equipment.
- Strong understanding of SMT printing, component placement, reflow soldering, SPI, AOI, and X-ray inspection.
- Ability to create machine programs from Gerber, ODB++, BOM, centroid, and assembly data.




- Experience developing and maintaining component and package libraries.
- Strong knowledge of feeder setup, tape-and-reel packaging, nozzle selection, vision programming, component polarity, and placement tolerances.
- Working knowledge of lead-free and tin-lead soldering processes.
- Experience using thermal profilers and interpreting reflow-profile data.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, PCB documentation, component datasheets, and manufacturing specifications.
- Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 requirements.
- Understanding of ESD controls and proper handling of moisture-sensitive devices.
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, organization, and communication skills.
- Ability to work directly with operators and technicians on the manufacturing floor.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and standard manufacturing data systems.
- Ability to manage multiple jobs in a high-mix manufacturi

📌 EML-SMT Process and Programming Engineer (Mexicali)
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📍 Mexicali