PCB/PCBA Quality Inspector – IPC-A-610 Expert

Pro QC International; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro QC International is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies in an electronics manufacturing setting in Madison, WI. The role requires hands-on SMT and through-hole inspection, with IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria applied throughout the process.

The candidate should have 3+ years of relevant inspection or quality engineering experience, CSC IPC-A-610 CIS certification, and a background in EMS environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of inspection or quality engineering experience.
• Proven experience inspecting PCB/PCBA assemblies.
• Experience with both SMT and through-hole assemblies.
• EMS environment experience.
• Current or previous IPC‑A‑610 CIS certification.
• Practical knowledge of IPC‑A‑610 Class 2 criteria.
• Experience using microscopes or magnification for PCB inspection.
• Electrical/Electronics Eng education.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and pre-shipment inspections of electronic assemblies.
• Inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies using microscopes or magnification equipment.
• Evaluate solder-joint quality and overall assembly workmanship.
• Verify component polarity and orientation.
• Identify and document common PCB assembly defects.
• Apply IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria during inspections.
• Work independently during the required coverage period.

Skills

Quality engineering

PCB inspection

SMT inspection

IPC-A-610 CIS

Independent worker

Education

Electrical/Electronics Eng education

Tools

Digital caliper/micrometer

Digital multimeter

Solder inspection tools

Job description

Pro QC International is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies in an electronics manufacturing setting in Madison, WI. The role requires hands-on SMT and through-hole inspection, with IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria applied throughout the process.

The candidate should have 3+ years of relevant inspection or quality engineering experience, CSC IPC-A-610 CIS certification, and a background in EMS environments.