SMT Engineer

SMT Engineer
Hertfordshire
£45,000 - £52,000 DOE

Monday to Friday + benefits

Are you an experienced SMT professional looking to play a key role in a modern electronics manufacturing environment? Due to ongoing growth and investment, our client is looking to recruit a skilled SMT Engineer to support and enhance their manufacturing operations.

What You'll Be Doing as an SMT Engineer

* Developing and refining machine programs to support efficient SMT production
* Creating and maintaining automated inspection programs to ensure product quality
* Establishing and improving soldering profiles to achieve consistent manufacturing results
* Assessing component compatibility and placement requirements for new and existing products
* Supporting production readiness activities, including tooling and process preparation
* Providing technical support during product introduction and ongoing manufacturing activities
* Identifying root causes of assembly and soldering issues and implementing corrective actions
* Collaborating with Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve process-related challenges
* Assisting with equipment troubleshooting and liaising with external service providers when required
* Driving continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and yield performance
* Contributing to inspection and verification strategies across the manufacturing process
* Supporting compliance with recognised industry and quality standards

What We're Looking For as an SMT Engineer

* Previous experience within an SMT Engineering or Process Engineering role
* Strong understanding of automated assembly processes within electronics manufacturing
* Experience creating and modifying machine and inspection programs
* Knowledge of soldering processes and thermal profiling techniques
* Proven ability to investigate manufacturing issues and implement effective solutions
* Familiarity with SMT production equipment and associated tooling
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
* Comfortable working within a fast-moving production environment
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments
* Experience with leading SMT placement and inspection platforms would be beneficial

If you're looking for a new challenge where you can influence manufacturing performance and contribute to ongoing business growth, click apply now or contact Molly Brooks at ProTech Recruitment.