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Senior SMT Process Engineer

Texas Instruments

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About the role

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Texas Instruments is looking for an energetic engineer with a passion for process. This position provides the opportunity to drive continual improvement at all levels. Our team is primarily focused on driving improved procedures and processes. We are searching for a self-directed, highly motivated engineer to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic team-oriented environment. The selected candidate will be given with the opportunity to lead and optimize Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing processes to ensure high product quality, stable yields, and efficient production. This role provides technical leadership in process development, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support business objectives.

Responsibilities include:
Own and manage end-to-end SMT processes including solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, SPI, AOI, and related inspection systems

Establish, maintain, and continuously improve process parameters, control limits, and operating windows

Lead yield improvement initiatives and defect reduction through structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5-Why, Fishbone, DOE, SPC, JMP)

Drive new product introduction (NPI) readiness by providing input on stencil design, penalization, process flow, and manufacturability (DFM/DFA/FMEA/RCA)

Conduct process qualifications and validations to ensure robustness and repeatability

Monitor and analyze manufacturing KPIs (FPY, DPPM, Cp/Cpk, scrap, rework) and implement corrective and preventive actions

Act as the technical escalation point for SMT-related issues during production interruptions or quality excursions

Develop, maintain, and control documentation such as SOPs, Work Instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans, and technical reports

Provide coaching and technical mentorship to junior engineers and technicians

Collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Test, APTE, and Supply Chain teams to resolve cross-functional issues

Support customer quality concerns related to SMT processes and provide technical input for root cause and corrective actions

Drive cost reduction initiatives through material optimization, waste reduction, and process efficiency improvements

Support qualification and evaluation of new materials, equipment, and suppliers

Participate in internal, customer, and external audits (ISO, IATF, customer audits) as subject matter expert for SMT processes

Contribute to technology roadmap planning by recommending new tools, equipment, and process innovations

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant Engineering background

Minimum 5 years of process engineering experiences or relevant experiences working in a semiconductor manufacturing environment with SMT experiences

Preferred qualifications:
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions

Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery

Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

Ability to take the initiative and drive for result

About Us

Why TI?

Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.

We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI

Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment.

If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.

TI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.

Job Info

Job Identification 25017492

Job Category Manufacturing

Posting Date 08/27/2026, 11:24 PM

Apply Before 09/24/2026, 11:00 AM

Degree Level Bachelor's Degree

Locations MELA Batu Berendam Free Trade Zone, Melaka, 75350, MY

ECL/GTC Required Yes

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