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The Product Engineer is responsible for supporting customer products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle by developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that ensure quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This role serves as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, engineering change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The Product Engineer collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Customer teams to develop robust manufacturing solutions, resolve technical challenges, and drive operational excellence within a high-reliability electronics manufacturing environment.
SMTC Corporation was founded in 1985. SMTC is a mid-size provider of end-to-end electronics manufacturing services (EMS) including PCBA production, systems integration and comprehensive testing services, enclosure fabrication, as well as product design, sustaining engineering and supply chain management services. SMTC has facilities in the United States, Mexico, China and Canada. Services extend over the entire electronic product life cycle from the development and introduction of new products through to the growth, maturity and end-of-life phases.
Benefits Highlights:
*401K with company match
*PTO, Paid Holidays
*Tuition Reimbursement
*Medical HRA Plan
*Short term/Long term Disability Insurance, etc.
The Product Engineer is responsible for supporting customer products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle by developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that ensure quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This role serves as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, engineering change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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The Product Engineer collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Customer teams to develop robust manufacturing solutions, resolve technical challenges, and drive operational excellence within a high-reliability electronics manufacturing environment.
Lead technical discussions with internal and external customers regarding product requirements, manufacturability, and engineering solutions.
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure successful product launches and manufacturing readiness.
Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes that support quality, efficiency, and customer requirements.
Review and evaluate customer Product Change Notices (PCNs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and technical documentation to ensure accurate implementation.
Identify and recommend Design for Excellence (DFx) opportunities to improve manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.
Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids to support production requirements.
Analyze manufacturing performance data and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
Support development and maintenance of PPAP documentation, Process FMEAs, Control Plans, and related quality documentation.
Support Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams in troubleshooting product, process, and customer-related issues.
Participate in RMA investigations, MRB activities, corrective actions, and product upgrade initiatives.
Provide technical training and guidance to Engineers, Technicians, Operators, and cross-functional teams as required.
Support and maintain compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and the Quality Management System.
Product and process engineering
Design for Excellence (DFx)
Manufacturing process development
Root cause analysis and problem solving
Continuous improvement methodologies
Project management
Technical leadership and influence
Customer relationship management
Cross-functional collaboration
Data analysis and decision-making
Effective verbal and written communication
Organization and prioritization skills
Adaptability and innovation
Work is performed in a combination of professional office, electronics manufacturing, remote, and travel-based environments. Responsibilities may require regular interaction with production areas, exposing employees to moderate noise levels, fluctuating temperatures, production equipment, soldering operations, automated machinery, and general manufacturing activity. Duties may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, computer-based work, and occasional lifting or movement of materials consistent with job responsibilities. Employees entering production or controlled areas are required to follow all environmental, safety, ESD, quality, and equipment-handling procedures, including the use of SMTC-provided ESD-safe items where applicable. The role also requires travel between company locations, customer sites, or other business-related destinations as needed, as well as the ability to maintain a safe and secure remote workspace with reliable internet access when working remotely. Employees must remain attentive and compliant with all operational, safety, quality, confidentiality, and company policy requirements across all work environments.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
SMTC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
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Private EMS provider serving OEMs and emerging technology companies with electronics manufacturing, engineering, testing, and supply-chain services.
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