Bench PCB Debug Technician

Streamline Electronics Manufacturing, Inc. (SEM); Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Electronics Manufacturing, Inc. (SEM) in Fremont, CA seeks a Bench PCB Debug Technician for on-site, full-time work. You will diagnose issues on PCB assemblies, perform component-level troubleshooting, and interpret schematics to verify operation and reliability.

You will document findings, collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve yield and reduce defects, and assist with calibration and maintenance of test equipment while adhering to ESD and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with soldering and rework on thru-hole and surface mount components.
• Strong component-level troubleshooting and fault isolation skills.
• Proficiency with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers).
• Experience calibrating and maintaining test equipment.
• Effective documentation and communication with engineering and production teams.
• Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings, and test procedures.
• Knowledge of IPC workmanship standards and ESD practices.
• Previous PCB debug or electronics manufacturing role; related certification/assoc degree helpful.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues on printed circuit board assemblies.
• Interpret schematics and test procedures; document findings.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve yield and reduce defects.
• Support calibration and basic maintenance of test equipment.
• Follow ESD and safety guidelines; ensure quality standards and customer requirements are met.

Skills

Soldering & Rework

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Reading schematics

ESD awareness

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Logic analyzers

In-circuit/test systems

Job description

Company Description

Streamline Electronics Manufacturing, Inc. (SEM) is an industry leader in complex electronics design and manufacturing, serving customers from initial concept through finished product. With over 20 years of experience in Silicon Valley, SEM focuses on high-quality output, offering a 100% yield guarantee and zero manufacturing defects. The company specializes in semiconductor ATE and burn-in boards, medical devices, telecom, networking, automotive, industrial control, and other mission‑critical systems. SEM provides comprehensive services including PCB layout and design, thru‑hole and surface mount assemblies, BGA rework and x‑ray inspection, mechanical assembly, functional and in‑circuit testing, and on‑site packaging and delivery. The team also supports quick‑turn prototypes, giving customers responsive and reliable electronics manufacturing solutions.

Role Description

The Bench PCB Debug Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Fremont, CA, responsible for diagnosing and resolving issues on printed circuit board assemblies. Day-to-day tasks include performing component-level troubleshooting, and using test equipment to verify proper operation and functionality. The technician will interpret schematics and test procedures, document findings, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve yield and reduce defects. The role also involves supporting calibration and basic maintenance of test equipment, following ESD and safety guidelines, and ensuring that quality standards and customer requirements are consistently met.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform precise Soldering and rework on thru‑hole and surface mount components (including fine‑pitch and BGA when applicable).
• Strong Troubleshooting skills for component‑level diagnostics, fault isolation, and repair of complex PCB assemblies.
• Proficiency using Test Equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers, and in‑circuit or functional test systems.
• Experience with Calibration and basic maintenance of test and measurement equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Effective Communication skills for documenting work, reporting issues, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Familiarity with reading schematics, assembly drawings, and test procedures in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ESD handling practices, IPC workmanship standards, and basic safety protocols in electronics labs.
• Previous experience in PCB debug, electronics manufacturing, or related test/repair roles; relevant technical certification or associate degree in electronics or a similar field is beneficial.