Electronics Soldering Specialist - Prototype & PCB Rework

Motion Recruitment; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking an Electronics Engineering Technician to support advanced product development through PCB soldering, prototype assembly, and SMT rework. You will collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineering teams in a fast-paced R&D setting, applying precision techniques to create and validate prototypes.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on PCB soldering and experience with lead-free processes, along with the ability to follow engineering drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on PCB soldering and electronic assembly experience.
• Experience using lead-free solder processes.
• Experience in engineering development, prototype, or R&D laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision SMT rework to support new product development and engineering prototypes.
• Replace and modify electronic components on PCBs.
• Perform rework on fine-pitch components and 0201 passive devices.
• Execute trace cuts, jumper wire modifications, and engineering change implementations.
• Maintain high-quality soldering standards using lead-free solder processes.
• Build and modify custom wire harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Support electro-mechanical prototype assembly activities.
• Follow detailed assembly instructions, schematics, BOMs, and engineering drawings.
• Ensure prototypes meet quality and functional requirements.

Skills

Fine-pitch SMT rework

PCB soldering

Prototype assembly

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering station

Digital Multimeters (DMMs)

Rework Station

Heat Gun

Job description

Motion Recruitment is seeking an Electronics Engineering Technician to support advanced product development through PCB soldering, prototype assembly, and SMT rework. You will collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineering teams in a fast-paced R&D setting, applying precision techniques to create and validate prototypes.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on PCB soldering and experience with lead-free processes, along with the ability to follow engineering drawings and BOMs.