Process Engineer - SMT

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ams OSRAM is seeking a Process Engineer for SMT to own the production processes for automotive lighting, working onsite in Hillsboro, NH. You will develop, implement, and maintain SMT processes to meet quality, cost and delivery targets, program and optimize equipment (pick-and-place machines, stencil printers, reflow ovens, AOI/AXI), perform root-cause analysis for defects such as solder bridging and tombstoning, create and maintain work instructions and process control plans, lead process capability studies and SPC, collaborate with design engineers on DFM, select solder paste, stencils and nozzles, support new product introductions from prototype to full-scale production, train operators on SMT best practices, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring IPC standards and ESD compliance. To apply effectively, tailor your resume to highlight 5+ years in electronics manufacturing or SMT, emphasize automotive or high reliability context, and show Lean/5S familiarity, reliability and detail orientation. Quantify improvements in yield, scrap reduction, or line efficiency, showcase collaboration with design teams, and be ready to discuss specific defect cases and your IPC compliance approach.

Sense the power of light

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine engineering excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for cutting-edge innovation enabling transformative advancements in the automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer industries. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light and distinct portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies. Around 19,700 employees worldwide drive innovations alongside societal megatrends. Find out more about us on https://ams-osram.com

As Business Unit Automotive & Speciality Lamps we support our vision and strategy by expanding our leading position in the automotive lighting market in OEM and Aftermarket. We are in a global leadership position in the automotive lamps business in traditional and LED applications and offer industry leading products in LED lighting to global OEM customers (e.g. with exchangeable LED light sources). We also tackle new growth opportunities in the Aftermarket with our automotive care and equipment portfolio.

Your new responsibilities

About OSRAM SYLVANIA Automotive Lighting

OSRAM SYLVANIA, together with OSRAM GmbH, is the world leader in automotive lighting for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket. The company’s global automotive lighting division has its principal North American operations in Hillsboro, N.H., with nearly 500 employees.
Responsibilities:

As an Engineer for the Auxiliary / Solid State Lighting teams, you will directly impact the production of lamps going out to market. This role is responsible for overseeing manufacturing processes for automotive lighting products to be delivered to our OEM & retail customers. You will contribute to:

• Develop, implement, and maintain SMT manufacturing processes to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Program and optimize SMT equipment (pick-and-place machines, stencil printers, reflow ovens, AOI/AXI).
• Perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions for defects such as solder bridging, tombstoning, misalignment, and insufficient solder.
• Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, setup sheets, and process control plans.
• Lead process capability studies and implement statistical process control (SPC).
• Collaborate with design engineering to improve manufacturability (DFM) of new products.
• Select solder paste, stencils, nozzles, and other materials to optimize yield and reliability.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) from prototype to full-scale production.
• Train operators and technicians on SMT best practices and equipment use.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase line efficiency, reduce scrap, and improve quality.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, etc.) and ESD control requirements.

Who we are looking for

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or manufacturing engineering
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in an electronics manufacturing or SMT environment.
• Automotive industry experience preferred, but not necessary.
• Experience with Lean/5S principles preferred, but not necessary
• Must be reliable and detail-oriented.