Senior Process Engineer - SMT / PCBA / NPI

About the role

Jabil is looking for a Senior Process Engineer in Guangzhou, responsible for SMT process engineering of PCBA products and new product introduction (NPI). The role covers process definition, optimization and documentation, and works closely with production, quality and R&D teams.

Key responsibilities

• Define, optimize and maintain SMT processes (printing, placement, reflow, inspection).
• Lead NPI: DFM review, trial production follow-up and mass production introduction.
• Prepare and manage process documents such as SOP, WI, PFMEA and Control Plan.
• Analyze and resolve SMT defects such as bridging, cold solder joints, tombstoning and misalignment.
• Review stencil designs, select solder paste and optimize printing processes.
• Optimize reflow curves and process parameters to improve first-pass yield and stability.
• Support line troubleshooting and drive yield improvement projects.
• Work with customers, R&D and quality to close issues quickly, and support automotive electronics projects.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or above in electronics, mechanical or automation engineering.
• More than 3 years of SMT/PCBA process experience.
• Complete NPI experience with full project introduction.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, able to work in a fast-paced EMS environment.
• English reading and writing; simple spoken English is helpful.

Required skills

• Familiarity with PCBA manufacturing and SMT processes (printing, placement, reflow, AOI).
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• IATF 16949 knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610) preferred.