{"id":3410487,"url":"https://alion.io/job/smtc-product-engineer-2","title":"Product Engineer","company":{"id":3859379,"name":"SMTC","domain":"smtc.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/smtc-com","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"ADP","truth_index":null},"role":"Backend","role_family":"Backend","seniority":"middle","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"remote","remote_scope":"stated_countries","remote_scope_basis":"posting_text","remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"inferred","locations":["Melbourne, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":["US","AU"],"hiring_countries_total":2,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"FMEA","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-28T17:41:25Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-28","last_verified_at":"2026-10-30T00:09:12Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"SMTC is hiring for a Product Engineer!\nSMTC Corporation was founded in 1985. SMTC is a mid-size provider of end-to-end electronics manufacturing services (EMS) including PCBA production, systems integration and comprehensive testing services, enclosure fabrication, as well as product design, sustaining engineering and supply chain management services. SMTC has facilities in the United States, Mexico, China and Canada. Services extend over the entire electronic product life cycle from the development and introduction of new products through to the growth, maturity and end-of-life phases.\nBenefits Highlights:\n*401K with company match\n*PTO, Paid Holidays\n*Tuition Reimbursement\n*Medical HRA Plan\n*Short term/Long term Disability Insurance, etc.\nSummary:\nThe Product Engineer is responsible for supporting customer products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle by developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that ensure quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This role serves as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, engineering change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nThe Product Engineer collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Customer teams to develop robust manufacturing solutions, resolve technical challenges, and drive operational excellence within a high-reliability electronics manufacturing environment.\nEssential Functions:\nLead technical discussions with internal and external customers regarding product requirements, manufacturability, and engineering solutions.\nLead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure successful product launches and manufacturing readiness.\nDevelop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes that support quality, efficiency, and customer requirements.\nReview and evaluate customer Product Change Notices (PCNs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and technical documentation to ensure accurate implementation.\nIdentify and recommend Design for Excellence (DFx) opportunities to improve manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.\nDesign and develop tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids to support production requirements.\nAnalyze manufacturing performance data and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.\nSupport development and maintenance of PPAP documentation, Process FMEAs, Control Plans, and related quality documentation.\nSupport Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams in troubleshooting product, process, and customer-related issues.\nParticipate in RMA investigations, MRB activities, corrective actions, and product upgrade initiatives.\nProvide technical training and guidance to Engineers, Technicians, Operators, and cross-functional teams as required.\nSupport and maintain compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and the Quality Management System.\nCompetencies:\nProduct Engineering: Ability to support products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle from NPI through production. \nManufacturing Process Development: Ability to develop and optimize manufacturing processes that improve quality and efficiency. \n Design for Excellence (DFx): Ability to identify opportunities that improve manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost. \nProblem Solving: Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions. \nContinuous Improvement: Ability to apply Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance. \nProject Management: Ability to manage multiple engineering projects while meeting business objectives. \nTechnical Leadership: Ability to provide technical guidance and influence cross-functional teams. \nCustomer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships while delivering technical solutions. \nData Analysis: Ability to analyze manufacturing data and make informed, data-driven decisions. \nCommunication: Ability to communicate technical information effectively with customers and cross-functional teams. \nOrganization: Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting project deadlines. \nAdaptability: Ability to respond effectively to changing customer requirements, technologies, and business priorities.\nQualifications:\nEducation: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required\nCertifications:Lean Manufacturing Certification preferred\nSix Sigma Green Belt or higher preferred\nIPC certifications preferred\n\n Experience:Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of engineering experience in electronics manufacturing, preferably within a high-reliability or contract manufacturing environment. \nExperience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process development, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives. \nDemonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and implement Design for Excellence (DFx) opportunities to improve manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost. \nWorking knowledge of printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing processes, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), Through-Hole Assembly, Press-Fit Technology, Solder Rework, Thermal Profiling, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), and X-Ray Inspection. \nExperience supporting quality planning and process control methodologies, including Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Control Plans, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and related quality management system requirements. \nKnowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, RoHS, and other applicable industry standards and customer requirements. \nDemonstrated analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. \nStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. \nMust qualify as an ITAR-compliant U.S. Person.\n\nPhysical Requirements:\nAbility to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based work. \nAbility to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment for prolonged periods. \nAbility to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication methods. \nAbility to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift office materials up to 25 pounds. \nAbility to visually review documents, reports, spreadsheets, and computer displays with or without corrective lenses. \nAbility to move throughout office and production areas as business needs require. \nMental Requirements:\nThe employee is required to exercise sound judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a professional business environment.\nThe role requires the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, manage competing deadlines, interpret and analyze information, and make decisions consistent with organizational objectives.\nEmployees must effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, maintain confidentiality where appropriate, and adapt to changing business needs.\nThe position requires sustained concentration, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and accuracy.\nWork Environment:\nWork is performed in a combination of professional office, electronics manufacturing, remote, and travel-based environments. Responsibilities may require regular interaction with production areas, exposing employees to moderate noise levels, fluctuating temperatures, production equipment, soldering operations, automated machinery, and general manufacturing activity. Duties may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, computer-based work, and occasional lifting or movement of materials consistent with job responsibilities. Employees entering production or controlled areas are required to follow all environmental, safety, ESD, quality, and equipment-handling procedures, including the use of SMTC-provided ESD-safe items where applicable. The role also requires travel between company locations, customer sites, or other business-related destinations as needed, as well as the ability to maintain a safe and secure remote workspace with reliable internet access when working remotely. Employees must remain attentive and compliant with all operational, safety, quality, confidentiality, and company policy requirements across all work environments. \nTravel: 0-10% of the time based on business needs.\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 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