Electronics/PCB Repair Technician

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX is seeking an Electronic Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, modify, test and verify complex automated electronic equipment at the component level. The role demands strong troubleshooting, independent work, and expertise with advanced test equipment and circuit analysis.

You'll troubleshoot wafer handling robots for semiconductor applications, read schematics, perform root-cause analysis, conduct post-repair validation, and document your work in internal

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Proficiency with complex test equipment and instrumentation.
• Experience with through-hole and surface mount soldering.
• Ability to read schematics and diagnose complex robot, PCB assemblies and controllers.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair wafer handling robots for semiconductor applications
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and circuit designs
• Diagnose and repair complex Robot, PCB assemblies and controllers using root-cause analysis
• Conduct post-repair validation, including functional and or load testing
• Develop or improvise circuits and test setups to meet unique repair needs
• Accurately document work performed in internal database systems
• Follow all company safety procedures (electrical, mechanical, and chemical)

Skills

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Circuit design

Soldering (TH/SMD)

Test equipment

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electronics or equivalent

Job description

Electronic Repair Technician

External Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Bench Technician with extensive experience in robot repair to join our Internal Repair Facility in Austin, Texas. This role is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, modifying, testing, and verifying complex automatic or logic-controlled electronic and electro-mechanical equipment at the component level. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong troubleshooting capability, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and expertise with advanced test equipment and circuit analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair wafer handling robots for semiconductor applications
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and circuit designs
• Diagnose and repair complex Robot, PCB assemblies and controllers using root-cause analysis
• Conduct post-repair validation, including functional and or load testing
• Develop or improvise circuits and test setups to meet unique repair needs
• Accurately document work performed in internal database systems
• Follow all company safety procedures (electrical, mechanical, and chemical)

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics
• Intermediate circuit design and analysis skills
• Proficiency with complex test equipment and instrumentation Velocity meters ESR Oscilloscope Signal generators etc.
• Perform through-hole, surface mount (SMT), and fine-pitch soldering
• Strong mechanical aptitude (including familiarity with motor encoder, pneumatics, hydraulics, and fluidics)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective communication and collaboration with customers, team members, and management
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to adapt in a high-pressure, fast-changing environment

Additional Technical Expertise (Preferred)

• Robot repair experience ABM XXX, similar Brooks Automation model robots
• AC/DC servo and stepper motor repair, rebuild, and testing
• Advanced understanding of: Discrete component characteristics Power electronics and control systems
• Experience with electrical design and simulation tools such as: LabVIEW MultiSim Cadence (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with hardware programming languages: VHDL Verilog JTAG

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics or equivalent technical training
• Minimum 5 years of bench-level electronic repair experience
• Experience with AC/DC circuit design

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50+ pounds as required

Must follow all safety procedures (electrical, chemical, mechanical)

Work in a fast-paced repair environment with shifting priorities

Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams and customers

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

More information about NXP in the United States...

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