Seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer!

Job Description

We are seeking a Principal Process Engineer to lead our SMT-PCBA manufacturing process. In this role, you will maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of all related manufacturing equipment and processes required to assemble a high-quality product in a repeatable and cost-effective manner. You will be responsible for Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-Hole (THT) manufacturing processes, programming and supporting automated placement systems, and solder reflow processes. You will also support product introduction and development projects, and implement and support assembly processes for the SMT, selective solder, and final fabrication areas.

Responsibilities

• Define, deploy, and maintain printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing processes.
• Debug and evaluate manufacturing results, perform yield and throughput analysis, drive improvements, and provide actionable feedback for future designs.
• Analyze the design of the manufacturing line, drive design and validation of stencils, manufacturing fixtures, evaluate and specify equipment including solder paste/printing/jetting, pick and place machines, reflow ovens, inspection, ESD processes and procedures, component handling, and tracking.
• Deliver assembled, high-quality PCBAs on time and within budget.
• Provide PCBA manufacturing input and plans for design reviews, acting as an expert in design for assembly, manufacturing, repair, and rework.
• Collaborate with the design team to transition PCBA from development to manufacturing and work closely with the team in defining design for assembly guidelines.
• Support the selection of PCB/PCBA manufacturing partners and develop relationships that improve analysis response, cost, agility, and flexibility/ability to support multiple designs.
• Provide on-site technical support for critical process and product issues, as required.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, software, industrial, electrical, or other engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience with printed circuit board fabrication and/or printed circuit board assembly and/or printed circuit board assembly reliability.
• Expertise in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, soldering processes, coatings, underfill, manufacturing test, high-density designs, through-hole and surface mount technologies, board stackup and pad designs, design rules, and tuning manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in statistical process control, six sigma techniques, design of experiments, process capability assessment, and process failure mode effects analysis (PFMEA) methodology.
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design environments within the medical device, aerospace, or automotive industries.
• Experience with rigid and flex printed circuit boards.
• Experience with lead-free, leaded, and other solders.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $72.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $55 - $72