North Atlantic Industries · 2 days ago
NPI SMT Process Engineer
Bohemia, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expNorth Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing and power supplies. As the NPI SMT Process Engineer, you will lead the development and optimization of new PCBAs into manufacturing, serving as a technical liaison between Engineering and Production to ensure high-reliability SMT processes.
Consumer ElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for SMT-based electronic assemblies in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment, from prototype builds through full-rate production
Serve as the primary technical liaison between Design Engineering and Production, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the NPI lifecycle
Develop, validate, and document robust SMT manufacturing processes including solder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow, and automated inspection (AOI/X-ray)
Work with Design Engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) reviews to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
Define and recommend tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements to support complex SMT and mixed-technology PCB assemblies
Run NPI manufacturing line on pilot, and low-volume production builds, resolving issues and optimizing the process before handing off to Production
Work with Quality and Process Engineering to drive improvements to improve yield and product reliability
Make technical recommendations on the procurement of new SMT equipment and technologies to keep pace with new design requirements & industry advancements
Ensure compliance with IPC standards, internal quality systems, and applicable customer and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience supporting SMT and PCBA manufacturing
Demonstrated experience working in a high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturing setting
Proven experience supporting NPI SMT builds and transitioning high-reliability electronic products into production
Solid understanding of PCB fabrication, component packaging, and electronic assembly processes
Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative team player across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations
Working knowledge of IPC standards such as IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, and IPC-7351
Candidates must be a U.S. Person, defined as either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), and must be able to provide appropriate documentation upon hire to verify this status
Preferred
Experience operating and programming Mycronic pick-and-place equipment in a production or NPI environment
Familiarity with solder paste jet printing technologies and process development
Selective Solder programming experience
Experience with Allegro PCB Design software
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tax-deferred 401K with company matching contributions
Vacation, holidays, sick
Employee tuition reimbursement
Business casual dress environment
Company
North Atlantic Industries
Since 1955, NAI’s vertically integrated design, manufacturing and verification capabilities have been built with the intense focus of an organization that defines every action and investment based on our ability to Accelerate Your Time-to-Mission™.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William (Bill) Forman
Pres & CEO
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