PCB Test & Repair Engineer

Baltic Recruitment Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing client seeks a PCB Test & Repair Engineer to diagnose and repair Printed Circuit Boards in a high-tech environment. Responsibilities include testing PCBs, troubleshooting faults, and collaborating with design and production teams to ensure high quality and reliability of products. The role offers flexi-time and a competitive benefits package including pension and life insurance.

Benefits

25 days holidays

8 bank holidays

5% salary sacrifice pension

2 x base salary life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience or qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience in PCB assembly and testing required.
• Preferred IPC-A-610 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on PCBs and analyse results.
• Perform hands-on repairs including soldering.
• Document and report testing results.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Soldering techniques

Component identification

Interpreting circuit diagrams

Using automated test equipment

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

IPC-A-610 Certification

Tools

Testing software tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be supporting our global manufacturing client, serving the oil, natural gas, industrial, and renewable energy industries with their search for a PCB Test & Repair Engineer.

Overall Purpose:

• The PCB Test and Repair Engineer is responsible for testing, diagnosing, and repairing Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• This role involves using specialised test equipment, interpreting schematics, and collaborating with design and production teams to ensure the high quality and reliability of PCB products

Key Duties:

PCB Testing:

• Conduct tests on PCBs using automated test equipment (ATE), oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other diagnostic tools.
• Analyse test results and compare against design specifications to identify any faults or performance issues.
• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and scripts to ensure all PCB designs meet the required standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot faults in PCBs, including surface-mount devices (SMDs), through-hole components, and complex multi-layer boards.
• Perform hands-on repairs such as component replacement, soldering, and rework on PCBs.
• Use advanced tools like hot-air rework stations, microscopes, soldering irons, and reflow ovens to perform repairs.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of testing results, repairs performed, and any modifications made to PCBs.
• Generate clear, concise reports summarising the testing process, results, and any defects found.
• Work with the engineering team to document failures and suggest improvements to product designs or manufacturing processes.

Accountabilities:

• Perform troubleshooting and testing of PC boards, SMT, connectors, etc..
• Perform computer controlled operations.

Internal/External interaction:

• Provide feedback to design engineers regarding test results and repairs to aid in future design improvements.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure smooth PCB testing and repair workflows.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving any issues related to PCB assembly processes.

Key Requirements:

• Suitable qualification (e.g. Degree, HNC, HND, BTEC, NVQ, City and Guilds etc) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field, or equivalent experience in PCB testing and repair.
• IPC-A-610 Certification (or equivalent) preferred but not essential.
• Hands-on experience with PCB assembly, soldering techniques, and component identification.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting circuit diagrams, schematics, and PCB layout files (Gerber files, BOM).
• Experience with software tools for testing, debugging, and reworking PCBs.

The Package:

37 hours per week – 8.30am to 4.30pm Mon-Thurs and 8.30am to 4pm Friday (flexi-time is available).

• 25 days holidays and 8 bank holidays.
• 5% salary sacrifice pension.
• 2 x base salary life insurance.

Job Reference: ABPCBKM_1748349592

Salary per: Annum

Job Duration:

Baltic Recruitment Sector: Engineering_technical