Manufacturing Electronics Engineering Tech

CAREL; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CAREL is seeking a skilled technician to maintain and develop automated testing equipment for electronic circuit assemblies. The role focuses on improving testing methods and troubleshooting to ensure product quality.

The ideal candidate holds a technical degree in electronics and possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with CAD and programming languages is beneficial. Join CAREL in a supportive work environment that values collaboration.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of electronic circuit theory, in-circuit test, functional test and device programming.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Good mechanical ability and CAD proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain existing electrical test fixtures and assist operators.
• Modify and repair test fixtures as necessary.
• Investigate improved testing methods using dedicated fixtures.
• Ensure product meets applicable specifications.
• Troubleshoot circuit assemblies to determine root cause.

Skills

Electronic circuit theory

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Mechanical ability

CAD proficiency

Education

Four year technical degree in electronics

Job description

Summary

Accountable for maintaining and developing automated in-circuit test (ICT), functional test (FCT) and device programming equipment for electronic circuit assemblies. Develops new test strategies and improves existing fixtures, troubleshoots electronic circuit assemblies to the component level to determine root cause.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain existing electrical test fixtures and provide technical assistance to operators when needed.
• Modify and repair test fixtures as required.
• Investigate improved methods for in-circuit test, functional test and device programming using dedicated fixtures.
• Assure that product meets applicable specifications.
• Troubleshoot circuit assemblies to the component level to determine root cause.
• Develop Design for Test (DfT) strategies to ensure test capability.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of electronic circuit theory, in-circuit test, functional test and device programming.
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Computer skills (Windows-based) and familiarity with programming languages related to test.
• Good mechanical ability and CAD proficiency to design new test fixtures or beds.
• Knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) design.
• General understanding of electronic assembly processes and the ability to solder is a plus.

Education

• Four year technical degree in electronics or equivalent career experience.

Language Skills

Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skill.

Required Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Computer Skills
• Attention to Detail

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environments include, but are not limited to, Carel’s international, regional or national office, car, airline flights, labs and manufacturing facilities.