Manufacturing Engineer: Electronics Repair & Test Systems

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a hands-on electronics repair environment in Iowa. You will set up production lines, support technicians, and drive root-cause analysis for complex electronic products.

Responsibilities include designing test fixtures, maintaining test systems, and mentoring staff while upholding safety and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with electronics manufacturing, testing, or repair strongly preferred.
• Experience designing or manufacturing microprocessor- or microcontroller-based products.
• Experience developing automated test systems preferred but not required.
• Experience in component-level troubleshooting and repair of electronic products strongly preferred.
• Ability to design, construct, and maintain test fixtures and test systems for microcontroller-based products.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits to the component level using schematics and common test and measurement equipment.
• Working knowledge of laboratory and manufacturing safety practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills, a willingness to learn, and a self-motivated approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup of new production line equipment used to test, repair, and upgrade electronic products.
• Assist in the design, construction, and maintenance of test fixtures and test systems, including hardware, software, and mechanical components as needed.
• Troubleshoot product failures and perform root-cause analysis on electronic products returned from customer facilities.
• Collect repair data and maintain accurate repair records and databases.
• Provide feedback to product development teams regarding design corrections, product enhancements, and recurring failure trends.
• Assist in developing and documenting troubleshooting and repair protocols.
• Perform repairs on returned devices in accordance with established quality and safety standards.
• Assist technicians in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electronic products.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to operations and repair technicians.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Mentoring

Self-motivated

Learning mindset

Windows & Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Test fixtures

Test systems

Job description

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a hands-on electronics repair environment in Iowa. You will set up production lines, support technicians, and drive root-cause analysis for complex electronic products.

Responsibilities include designing test fixtures, maintaining test systems, and mentoring staff while upholding safety and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.