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AIM Appoints Timothy O’Neill Director of Product Management
May 18, 2020 | AIM SolderEstimated reading time: Less than a minute

AIM Solder, a leading global manufacturer of solder assembly materials for the electronics industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Timothy O’Neill to the position of Director of Product Management.
As AIM’s Director of Product Management, Timothy’s new role will include managing products throughout the product life cycle, gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining the product vision, and working closely with the R&D team to continue developing world-class solder products.
With over 25 years of experience in the solder industry, Timothy has co-authored several papers on PCB assembly subjects. He is a Certified IPC Specialist, a technical writer and presenter for industry trade publications and events. His commitment and dedication to sharing innovative solutions to challenging problems in the electronics assembly market have earned him recognition from the SMTA as Speaker of Distinction.
“This is a very important and exciting new role for both Tim and the company,” said AIM’s Executive Vice President, David Suraski. “Tim has been a valuable resource for AIM customers for many years and we are confident that he will excel in his new role and look forward to his valuable contributions.”
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