SMT Technician

Role: SMT Technician

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Competitive DOE

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced SMT Technician to join a growing electronics manufacturing business. This is a technical, hands on role where you will be responsible for programming, setting up, and optimising SMT production lines, supporting new product introduction (NPI), and ensuring high quality standards are consistently achieved. You will play a key role in driving process improvements and supporting the wider SMT team in a fast paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor SMT equipment (pick and place, printers, reflow ovens)
• Create and optimise SMT programs for new and existing products
• Carry out line changeovers, calibration, and basic maintenance
• Perform first off inspections and ensure work meets IPC A 610 standards
• Identify and resolve quality issues such as misplacements or solder defects
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
• Support NPI activities, including reflow profiling and process setup
• Implement engineering changes (ECNs) and maintain program control
• Assist with process improvements and support/training of operators
• Ensure compliance with quality, health & safety, and ESD procedures

Skills & Experience Essential

• 3 5 years' experience in an SMT Technician or similar technical role
• Strong understanding of SMT processes and electronics assembly
• Experience with SMT equipment
• Knowledge of reflow profiling and soldering processes
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and follow structured processes

Desirable

• Experience with offline programming software
• IPC A 610 certification
• Experience using profiling equipment
• Background in continuous improvement methodologies