SMT Engineer

SMT Engineer Hertfordshire £45,000 - £52,000 DOE Monday to Friday + benefits Are you an experienced SMT professional looking to play a key role in a modern electronics manufacturing environment? Due to ongoing growth and investment, our client is looking to recruit a skilled SMT Engineer to support and enhance their manufacturing operations. What You'll Be Doing as an SMT Engineer * Developing and refining machine programs to support efficient SMT production * Creating and maintaining automated inspection programs to ensure product quality * Establishing and improving soldering profiles to achieve consistent manufacturing results * Assessing component compatibility and placement requirements for new and existing products * Supporting production readiness activities, including tooling and process preparation * Providing technical support during product introduction and ongoing manufacturing activities * Identifying root causes of assembly and soldering issues and implementing corrective actions * Collaborating with Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve process-related challenges * Assisting with equipment troubleshooting and liaising with external service providers when required * Driving continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and yield performance * Contributing to inspection and verification strategies across the manufacturing process * Supporting compliance with recognised industry and quality standards What We're Looking For as an SMT Engineer * Previous experience within an SMT Engineering or Process Engineering role * Strong understanding of automated assembly processes within electronics manufacturing * Experience creating and modifying machine and inspection programs * Knowledge of soldering processes and thermal profiling techniques * Proven ability to investigate manufacturing issues and implement effective solutions * Familiarity with SMT production equipment and associated tooling * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities * Comfortable working within a fast-moving production environment * Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments * Experience with leading SMT placement and inspection platforms would be beneficial If you're looking for a new challenge where you can influence manufacturing performance and contribute to ongoing business growth, click apply now or contact Molly Brooks at ProTech Recruitment