SMT Engineer - PCB Assembly & Manufacturing - Essex, CT

Michael Page International

Essex, CT
2 days ago

$85,000–$100,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

Work closely with Quality teams to analyze scrap, rework, and yield metrics and drive process improvements through data-driven decision making. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer of advanced electronic products supporting mission-critical commercial, industrial, and emergency-response applications.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Essex, CT
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$85,000–$100,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Electronic Manufacturing Process Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer of advanced electronic products supporting mission-critical commercial, industrial, and emergency-response applications. The organization is investing in operational excellence and manufacturing technology while providing engineers with significant ownership over production processes.

Lead process development, optimization, and control activities for SMT production lines and related electronic assembly operations.

Establish and maintain process monitoring systems to ensure manufacturing processes remain stable, capable, and in control.

Partner with cross-functional teams to document, standardize, and improve manufacturing processes.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, and operational excellence.

Provide technical troubleshooting support for SMT, THT, and selective soldering operations to quickly resolve production issues.

Collaborate with equipment manufacturers and vendors to improve machine performance and manufacturing capabilities.

Evaluate equipment, tooling, and process enhancements to improve efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization.

Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and implement sustainable corrective actions to support production goals.

Work closely with Quality teams to analyze scrap, rework, and yield metrics and drive process improvements through data-driven decision making.

Support manufacturing layout planning and facility improvement projects to optimize production flow and scalability.

Provide technical mentorship and guidance to operators, technicians, and support personnel as required.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

A successful Electronic Manufacturing Process Engineer should have:

8+ years of experience in an electronics manufacturing or electronic assembly environment.

Strong experience with Printed Circuit Board (PCB) manufacturing, assembly, and inspection processes.

Hands-on experience operating and programming SMT and THT production equipment.

Experience overseeing maintenance activities and performance optimization for electronics manufacturing equipment.

Demonstrated troubleshooting expertise within SMT, THT, and selective solder production environments.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving capabilities.

Ability to analyze production metrics and leverage data to improve process capability and performance.

Experience working cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.

Associate's degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Electronics, or a related technical discipline preferred.

Competitive base salary range from $85,000 to $100,000 based on experience.

Comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunity to own and improve advanced electronics manufacturing processes.

High visibility role with direct impact on operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth opportunities.

Collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, innovation, and operational success.

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.