Electrical PCB & Inverter Test Engineer

Actalent; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Engineer to troubleshoot inverter systems and perform root cause analysis for production testing and field returns. You will read schematics, analyze PCB layouts, and use lab equipment to diagnose failures.

The role emphasizes corrective actions, cross-functional collaboration, and sustaining engineering support in a fast-paced environment. The position is 100% onsite in Fountain Inn, SC, with a pay range noted and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related electronics discipline.
• 3+ years of electrical engineering experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, PCBs, and electronic assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and PCB layouts.
• Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, probes, multimeters, and other electrical test equipment.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and failure investigations.
• Experience supporting products in a manufacturing, production, sustaining engineering, or validation environment.
• Experience with PCB design tools, preferably Altium.
• Strong understanding of electronic hardware and manufacturing processes.
• Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot inverter systems and perform root cause analysis on electrical, manufacturing, and quality issues.
• Read and analyze schematics, PCB layouts, and electrical designs.
• Use oscilloscopes, probes, and lab equipment to diagnose failures.
• Develop corrective actions and repair instructions.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to resolve product issues.
• Support sustaining engineering and production validation efforts.
• Document findings and drive long-term corrective actions to prevent recurring failures.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics reading

PCB layouts

Oscilloscopes usage

Root cause analysis

Manufacturing support

Altium

Documentation

Collaboration

Python

MATLAB

Power electronics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

MS/PhD is a plus

Tools

Altium

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Engineer to troubleshoot inverter systems and perform root cause analysis for production testing and field returns. You will read schematics, analyze PCB layouts, and use lab equipment to diagnose failures.

The role emphasizes corrective actions, cross-functional collaboration, and sustaining engineering support in a fast-paced environment. The position is 100% onsite in Fountain Inn, SC, with a pay range noted and comprehensive benefits.