Mechanical/Electrical Engineer - PCB Fabrication & Product Development

VPI Technology Group; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. designs and manufactures radiation detection instruments for environmental, industrial, and governmental applications worldwide. The team seeks an engineer to contribute to the development of electronic and electromechanical products from concept through production.

The role emphasizes PCB fabrication, assembly, testing, and design-for-manufacturing practices, with collaboration across Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure reliable, cost-effective designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in electronic product development, PCB manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience with PCB fabrication, assembly, and testing processes.
• Understanding of PCB materials, multilayer board construction, SMT and through-hole assembly methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing and product performance issues.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as Altium Designer, AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Electrical Engineers, Production Managers, and Quality Control to integrate mechanical systems with electronic assemblies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and manufacturing of electronic and electromechanical systems from concept through production.
• Support PCB fabrication processes, including material selection, stack-up design, panelization, and DFM reviews.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and transition designs from development to production.
• Troubleshoot PCB assemblies, electronic systems, and manufacturing issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supply chain teams to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
• Work with Electronic Technicians reviewing First Pass Yield data for problem investigation and root cause analysis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

PCB design

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. is seeking a skilled Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with hands-on experience in printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication, assembly, and product development. This role is responsible for supporting the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of electronic products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable designs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PCB design principles, fabrication processes, and engineering best practices.

Job Type

Full-Time, In-Person

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and manufacturing of electronic and electromechanical systems from concept through production.
• Support PCB fabrication processes, including material selection, stack-up design, panelization, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) reviews.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities and transition designs from development to production.
• Troubleshoot PCB assemblies, electronic systems, and manufacturing issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supply chain teams to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
• Work directly with Electronic Technicians reviewing First Pass Yield data for problem investigation and root cause analysis
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in electronic product development, PCB manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience working with PCB fabrication, assembly, and testing processes.
• Understanding of PCB materials, multilayer board construction, SMT and through-hole assembly methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing and product performance issues.
• Proficiency with engineering software such as Altium Designer, AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration working with Electrical Engineers, Production Managers, and Quality Control to integrate mechanical systems with electronic assemblies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IPC standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC-2221.
• Knowledge of design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) principles.
• Experience with embedded systems, controls, sensors, or power electronics.
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Experience working directly with PCB fabrication houses and contract manufacturers.
• A working knowledge of Lean TPS manufacturing is a plus.

Technical Skills

• PCB fabrication and assembly processes including pick-and-place, reflow, and inspection equipment including flying probe testing (FPT), solder reflow, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), and Ball Grid Array (BGA) X-ray Inspection methods
• Prototype development and validation
• Have a command of PCB handling, inspection, electro-static standards (e.g. IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001) and provide feedback to the design team
• Documentation and engineering change management

Compensation / Benefits

• Salary is dependent upon experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About Ludlum Measurements

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. designs and manufactures radiation detection instruments used in environmental, industrial, and governmental applications around the world. Since 1962, we've been dedicated to building reliable products and providing exceptional customer support to help protect people and the environment. When you join Ludlums, you will learn new skills, acquire knowledge, and use these values to help grow in your career and fulfill your professional goals. We have a technical, clever talent pool here and want you to join us!

EOE Disclaimer

Ludlum Measurements is an Affimitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or any other federal, state, or local protected class and will not be discriminated against based on disability. If you would like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact HR at [e-mail]. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.

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