SMT Quality Engineer

Overview:Foxlink Group is a multinational company headquartered in Taiwan, with manufacturing facilities across various Asian countries. Foxlink is expanding its business by launching a new manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas. Foxlink Texas Inc. will produce SMT (SurfaceMount Technology) electronic products. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, precision-engineered electronic components that power the future of technology. As we build our operations from the ground up, were looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our founding team and help shape a dynamic, people-first workplace.We are seeking a hands-on SMT Quality Engineer to join our new manufacturing facility. In this role, you will establish and execute our quality control standards from incoming materials (IQC) to in-process assembly (IPQC). You will be the technical lead for the quality lab, performing advanced failure analysis (cross-sectioning, XRF) and driving root-cause solutions for SMT process abnormalities.Key Responsibilities:- Incoming and In-Process Quality Control (IQC/IPQC):- - Implement and manage inspection standards for IQC (Incoming Quality Control) to ensure raw materials meet specifications before warehousing. - Execute IPQC (In-Process Quality Control) on the SMT line, monitoring critical control points (solder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow) to prevent defects. - Apply AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) sampling standards for rigorous batch testing of components and assemblies.- Lab Analysis and Measurement:- - Operate advanced metrology and inspection tools including OMM (Optical Measuring Machine), XRF (X-ray Fluorescence), Altimeters, and LCR meters. - Conduct destructive physical analysis (DPA), specifically cross-sectioning of IPQC samples, to verify solder joint integrity and PCB fabrication quality in the lab.- Quality Engineering and Problem Solving:- - Lead investigations into production quality issues using 8D Reports and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies. - Utilize the 7 QC Tools to analyze defects and implement corrective/preventative actions (CAPA). - Handle SMT process abnormalities immediately to minimize line downtime and scrap.- Data Analysis and Process Improvement:- - Conduct daily data analysis of IPQC findings to identify trends and potential risks. - Apply SPC (Statistical Process Control) to monitor process stability and MSA (Measurement System Analysis) / GRandR to ensure gauge accuracy.Qualifications and Requirements:- Education: Bachelors degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.- Experience:- - 2-3 years of quality management experience in a manufacturing environment. - SMT (Surface Mount Technology) working experience is highly preferred.- Technical Proficiency:- - Hands-on experience with measurement tools: OMM, XRF, Altimeters, LCR meters. - Strong knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610) and SMT assembly processes. - Proficient in quality tools: SPC, MSA, GRandR, FMEA, 8D.- Core Competencies:- - Deep understanding of AQL sampling standards and inspection logic. - Ability to interpret Gerber files, BOMs, and engineering drawings. - Strong analytical skills to translate quality data into actionable process improvements.Apply now by sending your resume and a brief cover letter to with the subject line: Quality Control Engineer Application - Fort Worth.

Created: 2026-02-20