Engineering Program Manager – SMT

Engineering Program Manager SMT

Experience Level: 15-20 Years.

Qualification: BE / B-Tech

About Tata Electronics

Tata Electronics is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly and Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Work with BD & PM to define project needs and design SMT line setups
• Specify equipment, throughput, manpower, and layouts; provide data for quotes
• Select and purchase equipment, prepare Capex justifications, and manage installation
• Establish process flow, set parameters, program machines, and arrange custom tooling
• Validate processes with pilot builds, monitor output, resolve issues, and get customer approval
• Coordinate across departments, align supply chain and quality plans, train staff, and support NPI
• Oversee ramp-up, optimize performance, resolve issues, and support early mass production
• Set up new SMT production lines for Business Development projects, translating customer requirements into effective manufacturing solutions
• From initial proposals to installation and qualification, ensure each line is configured for quality, output, cost, and timely launch
• Handle equipment selection, layout, process tuning, documentation, and production support, collaborating with internal teams and customer

Must-Have Skills

• The candidate must have strong expertise in SMT assembly and PCB manufacturing, including screen printing, pick-and-place, reflow soldering, and AOI
• Hands-on NPI experience and the ability to establish production lines are required. Knowledge of DFX principles for manufacturability and testability is essential
• Familiarity with lean methods like 5S and Six Sigma
• Understanding of supply chain management and component procurement, are also expected
• Domain expertise in EMS or high-volume electronics production.
• Willingness to travel for customer meetings or supplier visits as needed.
• Ability to coordinate with global teams across time zones when required.