PCB Test and Repair Technician

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Kirkbymoorside; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering manufacturer in Kirkbymoorside seeks a skilled PCB Test and Repair Technician to join their electronics team. This hands-on role involves testing and repairing PCBs, requiring excellent fault-finding skills and attention to detail. The position offers competitive salary, flexible hours, and various benefits including healthcare and pension.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Flexi-time available

Overtime paid at time and a half

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

5% company pension

Private healthcare

Life insurance at 2x base salary

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in PCB test and repair.
• Confident interpreting circuit diagrams and schematics.
• Skilled in soldering and rework of components.

Responsibilities

• Testing PCBs using oscilloscopes and diagnostic tools.
• Fault-finding to component level on multi-layer boards.
• Reworking and repairing SMDs and connectors.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Soldering

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation abilities

Education

Qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

IPC-A-610 certification

Job description

A well-established engineering manufacturer based in Kirkbymoorside is looking to appoint a PCB Test and Repair Technicianto join their electronics team. The company designs and builds specialist equipment used in demanding environments and has a strong reputation for quality and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a brilliant business

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced technician with excellent fault-finding skills and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Testing PCBs using oscilloscopes, multimeters, ATE and diagnostic tools
  
  
• Fault-finding to component level on multi-layer boards
  
  
• Reworking and repairing SMDs, connectors and through-hole components
  
  
• Soldering and desoldering using hot-air stations, microscopes and reflow ovens
  
  
• Carrying out computer-controlled test procedures
  
  
• Recording test results, repairs and any modifications accurately
  
  
• Liaising with design and production teams to support quality and improvements
  
  

Experience required

• Previous experience in PCB test and repair (ideally 2+ years)
  
  
• Confident interpreting circuit diagrams, schematics and BOMs
  
  
• Skilled in soldering and rework of surface-mount and through-hole components
  
  
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
  
  
• Good communication and documentation abilities
  
  
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
  
  

Experience or Qualifications

• Qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (e.g. HNC, HND, City & Guilds, BTEC) NOT essential can have equivalent hands-on experience
  
  
• IPC-A-610 certification (desirable)
  
  
• Familiarity with multi-layer, rigid-flex or other complex board types
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 37 hours per week: 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am – 4.00pm Friday
  
  
• Flexi-time available
  
  
• Overtime paid at time and a half (Monday to Saturday), double time (Sundays)
  
  
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  
  
• 5% company pension
  
  
• Private healthcare
  
  
• Life insurance at 2x base salary
  
  

This is a great opportunity for a skilled PCB Technician to join a respected company with a supportive team environment, long-term stability and excellent benefits.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch to find out more.