• Smt Engineer

    Actalent (Laurel, MD)


    Job Title: SMT Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled SMT Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, refining, and optimizing Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems to enhance inspection accuracy and efficiency. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who enjoys analyzing data, troubleshooting systems, and collaborating with teams to ensure product quality.

    Responsibilities

    + Create, refine, and optimize AOI systems to improve inspection accuracy and efficiency.

    + Program AOI equipment to inspect specific products and operate the systems during production.

    + Identify and resolve issues with AOI hardware and software.

    + Analyze inspection data to find patterns, improve processes, and ensure product quality.

    + Work with manufacturing and quality teams to implement quality control initiatives and improve overall product quality.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with AOI, SMT, IPC standards, and PCB technologies.

    + Ability to operate surface mount technology equipment.

    + Proficiency in data analysis and programming AOI systems.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Relevant experience in engineering or a related technical field.

    + Familiarity with image processing software and machine vision technologies.

    + IPC-A-610 certification is preferred.

    Work Environment

    The position involves working onsite in a Lab/SMT environment from Monday to Friday, totaling 40 hours per week with occasional overtime. The role provides a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a mission-driven organization.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Laurel, MD.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Laurel,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.