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Live In Smt Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Reno, NV

Rocket EMS

Director of Engineering

Carson City, NV

$150K - $200K/yr

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team (SMT Process, Manufacturing, New Product ... Oversee creation of travelers, BOM validation, build instructions, and work instructions in ...

CGI Inc

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Manufacturing Engineer

Carson City, NV · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

... in the manufacture of company products Determines and reviews all manufacturing processes for cost effectiveness and feasibility, both before and after engineering releases to manufacturing ...

Legrand North America

Manufacturing Engineer II

Reno, NV · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives. * Train and develop entry level ... where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected ...

Timken

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Carson City, NV · On-site

$89K - $121K/yr

CGI is based in the heart of Carson City, Nevada, nestled right against the Sierra Nevada mountains ... The Senior Manufacturing Engineer establishes new Engineering Masters (EMs) along with in-process ...

RBC Bearings

Manufacturing Engineer Trainee

Carson City, NV · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Trainee - Carson City, NV DESCRIPTION: The Manufacturing Engineer Trainee ... Participating in defining problems, establish data driving facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Timken

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Carson City, NV · On-site

$89K - $121K/yr

CGI is based in the heart of Carson City, Nevada, nestled right against the Sierra Nevada mountains ... The Senior Manufacturing Engineer establishes new Engineering Masters (EMs) along with in-process ...

Baker Hughes

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Minden, NV

$91K - $125K/yr

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Do you enjoy leading complex manufacturing initiatives and driving ... Do you thrive in environments where you can influence strategy, optimize processes, and mentor ...

RIX INDUSTRIES

Manufacturing Engineer II

Sparks, NV

$100K/yr

Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV. Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer II independently drives improvements across ...

Emerson Group

Manufacturing Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Based in our Reno, NV location, you will provide support and development of solutions for our ... Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field * 2+ ...

Baker Hughes

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Minden, NV

$91K - $125K/yr

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Do you enjoy leading complex manufacturing initiatives and driving ... Do you thrive in environments where you can influence strategy, optimize processes, and mentor ...

RIX INDUSTRIES

Manufacturing Engineer II

Sparks, NV

$100K/yr

Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV. Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer II independently drives improvements across ...

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As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in smt manufacturing engineer in Reno, NV is $85,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,800.00 and $93,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Smt Manufacturing Engineer vs Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Manufacturing Technician?

AspectLive In Smt Manufacturing EngineerSurface Mount Technology (SMT) Manufacturing Technician
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering or related field, certifications in SMT processesTechnical diploma or certification in electronics or SMT processes
Work EnvironmentDesign, oversee, and optimize SMT manufacturing processes, often in a supervisory roleOperate and maintain SMT equipment on the production line
Employer & IndustryElectronics manufacturing companies, OEMs, contract manufacturers

The Live In Smt Manufacturing Engineer focuses on process design, improvement, and supervision, while the SMT Manufacturing Technician handles hands-on equipment operation and troubleshooting. Both roles are essential in electronics manufacturing but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

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Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering

Rocket EMS

Carson City, NV

$150K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team covering SMT Process, Manufacturing, New Product Introduction, and Automation.

  • Drive engineering strategy and initiatives across all PCBA manufacturing functional areas to ensure compliance with industry standards and optimize quality, cost, and throughput.

  • Oversee automation and continuous improvement programs focused on waste reduction, defect elimination, and throughput improvement.

Job description

Director of Engineering

Position Summary

The Director of Engineering oversees all process/manufacturing engineering functions within a high-mix, high-reliability PCBA manufacturing environment producing Class 3 aerospace and mission-critical assemblies. This role leads PCBA manufacturing engineering, process engineering, NPI, DFM/DFX, sustaining engineering, and automation/continuous improvement initiatives. The Director ensures that all engineering processes comply with IPC, J-STD, AS9100, and aerospace customer addendums while optimizing manufacturability, quality, cost, and throughput.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team (SMT Process, Manufacturing, New Product Introduction, and Automation).
  • Drive engineering strategy aligned with company objectives for quality, cost, yield, and delivery.
  • Serve as the technical authority for IPC-J-STD-001 Class 3, IPC-A-610 Class 3, IPC-7711/7721, and aerospace process controls.

Manufacturing / Process Engineering

  • Own company-wide engineering initiatives across all PCBA manufacturing functional areas, including build readiness reviews and standardization efforts.
  • Ensure process qualification and documentation aligns with J-STD-001 Space & Military Addendum and applicable aerospace customer requirements.
  • Establish and maintain process windows, control plans, PFMEAs, and validation reports.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

  • Lead DFM/DFX reviews, tooling design, stencil strategy, and prototype builds.
  • Oversee creation of travelers, BOM validation, build instructions, and work instructions in compliance with AS9100.
  • Manage engineering change control (ECOs), configuration management, and revision control.

Automation & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead LEAN/CI programs focused on waste reduction, defect elimination, and throughput improvement.
  • Collaborate closely with Quality Engineering to address defects, root cause investigations, and MRB activities.
  • Implement process monitoring, SPC, and industry 4.0 tools.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Production, Quality, Program Management, Supply Chain, and SMT departments.
  • Provide engineering support during customer audits, FAIs, PFMEAs, and technical reviews.
  • Partner with external suppliers on polymerics, tooling, fixtures, materials, and new process technologies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • 10-15+ years in PCBA manufacturing engineering with at least 10+ years in a leadership role.
  • Deep knowledge of:
    • IPC-J-STD-001 Class 3 & Space/Military Addendums
    • IPC-A-610 Class 3
    • AS9100D
    • IPC-7351, 7711/7721, 2221
  • Experience with aerospace, defense, medical, or other high-reliability electronics.
  • Strong background in SMT (printing, placement, reflow), AOI/AXI, DFM/DFX, Rework, Chemical Wash, Polymerics, and test strategies.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and technical decision-making abilities.
Pay Range
$150,000—$200,000 USD

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.

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About Rocket EMS

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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2011

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