Circuit Board Technician Temporary

Sanmina Corporation; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to perform mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly troubleshooting. In this role, you will utilize your expertise to identify root causes of defects on complex digital circuit boards for medical devices. You will work with a variety of tools, interpret schematics, and collaborate with a team to ensure high-quality manufacturing standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in the electronics manufacturing sector, where your skills will directly impact product quality and reliability. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to excellence and growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics or 6+ years of experience required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex digital circuit boards.
• Ability to interpret schematics and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly troubleshooting.
• Identify root causes of defects on circuit boards.
• Rework and repair printed circuit boards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Assembly

Electro-Mechanical Assembly

Data Collection Software

Team Collaboration

Schematic Reading

Surface Mount Device (SMD) Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's in Applied Science in Electronics

Military/Technical School Equivalent

6+ years of related experience

Tools

Digital Multi Meters

Oscilloscopes

Frequency Generators

Power Supplies

Job description

Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to OEMs across various sectors including communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive, and clean technology. Sanmina has strategically located facilities worldwide.

Job Purpose

Perform a variety of mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly troubleshooting operations based on verbal or written instructions, drawings, or diagrams. Use tools such as power supplies, Digital Multi Meters, Oscilloscopes, Frequency Generators, Schematics, and Bills of Materials to identify root causes of defects on NPI, Production, and Customer Service Ultrasound circuit boards and high-level assemblies. Each assembly involves functional testing, resident self-test, imaging, and data entry for device history record keeping.

Nature of Duties

1. Operate various hand tools.
2. Perform troubleshooting and testing of complex digital printed circuit boards for medical devices.
3. Follow written instructions from formal procedures.
4. Lift or move materials usually not exceeding 35 pounds.
5. Read work instructions and procedures as needed.
6. Read complex schematics (over 100 pages) with digital logic circuitry on boards with over 16,000 components.
7. Surface Mount Device (SMD) troubleshooting experience is preferred.
8. Identify root causes of failures.
9. Rework and repair printed circuit boards and test to confirm correct operation.
10. Work independently.
11. Stand for long periods as required.
12. Use schematics to identify failures in multi-layer circuit boards (up to 20 layers, over 16,000 components), requiring a deep understanding of electronic circuits.

Qualifications

• Associate's in Applied Science in Electronics or Computer Engineering, military/technical school equivalent, or 6+ years of related experience.
• Ability to use data collection software for input and analysis during repairs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Substantial understanding of the job, applying knowledge and skills across tasks.
• Work with minimal instruction on daily tasks and general instructions on new assignments.
• Interpret work instructions, schematics, drawings, and Engineering Change Orders.
• Use necessary equipment for rework on defective components.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity