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Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift)
full-timeStafford Springs

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Stafford Springs

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About this role

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM


TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career, TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here’s a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success.

  • Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year!

  • Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.

  • Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

Scope:

  • Responsible for direct technical support & defining the methodology by which printed circuit boards assemblies are manufactured efficiently and consistently in order to meet customer quality requirements

  • Applies common engineering principles to identify and quantify improvement opportunities for product design and process methodology, and will consider all aspects of the manufacturing process including manpower, methods, materials, machines, measurements, and the work environment

  • Analyzes yield and statistical process control data and provides corrective actions for issues that negatively impact the performance of the division

  • Prepares project plans and manages/executes the completion of those plans in a time-critical fashion

  • Manages and executes engineering project assignments relative to process capacity, process capability, cost reduction, process efficiency, technology advancement and customer support, and is ultimately responsible for ensuring the profitability of the division by these means

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Programming implementation and initial setup of production equipment

  • Use of offline programming software to develop work instructions and machine programs including but not limited to: stencil design, solder paste inspection, surface mount pick and place, selective solder, wave solder, and AOI

  • Responsible for set up and maintenance of component package library

  • Carries out cost-effective design, installation, method of transfer, monitoring, and modification of manufacturing processes.

  • Analyzes yield and statistical process control data and provides corrective actions

  • Prepares project plans, manages/executes completion in time-critical manner

  • Establishes and maintains systems for determining whether a product, as designed, can be manufactured

  • Immediate technical support to production staff:

    • Provide Real-time “tweaks" to production processes

    • Feedback to & coordination of issues & updates w/ Managers, Engineers and Supervisors

  • Provide technical support for SPC feedback and error proofing production processes

  • Perform and document 8D root cause / corrective action investigations

  • Ensure production department(s) are in compliance with ISO9001 and AS9100 standards

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

  • Ability to interpret customer documentation (Blueprints, drawings, bills of material, specifications) 

  • Solidworks or similar 3d modeling software;

  • Use of various software platforms for equipment set up for Thermal Profiling for Convection Reflow and Wave Solder, Valor Process Preparation for artwork conversation to machine formats for SMT programming and troubleshooting

  • Hands on skills for mechanical assembly; hardware installation, epoxy application

  • Use of basic hand tools and machine shop equipment

  • Cross-functional communication skills, partnering across engineering, quality, and operations

Education and Experience:

Education:

  • BS Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing) or equivalent experience required

  • Experience with offline programming using Valor Process Prep is a plus

  • Experience with surface mount and solder process is a plus

    • Stencil Design

    • Screen Printer and Solder Paste Inspection system Programming

    • Pick and Place Programming

    • Reflow Profiling

 Preferred Experience:

  • Previous engineering experience within a PCBA environment

  • Working knowledge of Industry and Military Standards

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Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.


Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that my be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of  Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Other facts

Tech stack
Programming,Statistical Process Control,Project Management,Technical Support,Mechanical Assembly,Cross-Functional Communication,3D Modeling Software,Solder Process,Stencil Design,Pick and Place Programming,Reflow Profiling,Cost Reduction,Process Efficiency,ISO9001 Compliance,AS9100 Compliance

About TTM Technologies

At TTM we are inspiring innovation in everything we do. We pride ourselves on being a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). A career at TTM, will allow you to work in a fast-paced, highly technical environment supporting a wide range of business sectors.

Our name, TTM, which stands for time-to-market, underscores our commitment to accelerating the product development process for our clients. By offering time-critical, one-stop manufacturing services, we empower our customers to significantly reduce the time needed to innovate and launch new products, ensuring they stay ahead in today's fast-paced market.

TTM Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1998

What you'll do

  • The Process Engineer is responsible for providing direct technical support and defining methodologies for manufacturing printed circuit board assemblies efficiently. This includes programming production equipment, analyzing yield data, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift) do at TTM Technologies?

As a Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift) at TTM Technologies, you will: the Process Engineer is responsible for providing direct technical support and defining methodologies for manufacturing printed circuit board assemblies efficiently. This includes programming production equipment, analyzing yield data, and ensuring compliance with quality standards..

Why join TTM Technologies as a Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift)?

TTM Technologies is a leading Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing company.

Is the Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift) position at TTM Technologies remote?

The Process Engineer – SMT Programmer (1st Shift) position at TTM Technologies is based in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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