PCB Technician

Hillermeas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiller Measurements in Austin, Texas, is looking for PCB Technicians to assemble, repair, and modify electronics. Ideal candidates will have skills in hand soldering and attention to detail, able to work from schematics.

The role demands experience with IPC standards and proficiency in using various tools. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering high-quality electronic components!

Qualifications

• Must have experience in hand soldering both lead and lead-free assemblies.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, repair, and modify electronic and mechanical assemblies.
• Document actions and provide engineering feedback.
• Test electronic components for continuity.
• Gather parts and subassemblies, ensuring proper fit.
• Maintain production and quality records.

Skills

Hand soldering to IPC class 3 standards

Prototype skills from schematics

Attention to detail

Fluent in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IPC J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721 certifications

Tools

Soldering irons

Altium viewer or equivalent software

Job description

Position Summary

Hiller Measurements PCB Technicians are responsible for assembling, repairing, reworking and the modification of developmental and production components, parts, equipment, and PCBs. PCB Techs will follow build‑to‑print and custom test systems documentation under the direction of the production manager, production flow control and/or engineering. Also utilizing technical manuals and using knowledge of electronics systems/components and electromagnetic circuit theory, the technician assembles a finished, professional project subassembly or system for our customers, whether a build‑to‑print or a prototype/custom internal design.

PCB specific technicians are responsible for reworking and/or repairs PCBs and other electronic assemblies to drawings, assembly instructions, job travelers, facility procedures, parts lists, schematics, and engineering guidance. This technician must possess a separate dynamic skillset, attention to detail, and utilize a large range of tools/soldering specific equipment such as soldering irons, preheaters, machine tools, crimpers, and hot air stations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, schematics, diagrams, drawings, parts lists and taking verbal instruction for building, converting, and modifying all types of electronic and mechanical assemblies.
• Documenting actions and providing Engineering feedback on incorrect documentation.
• Test electronic components for electronic continuity.
• Gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials. Must have a broad knowledge of various electronic components and industry connection types available. Assembling components and examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies.
• Provide required production and quality records as necessary.
• Laying out, building, assembling, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, reworking and the modification of developmental and production components.
• Assembly technicians with the responsibility of PCB/CCA population and rework should also be proficient/familiar with IPC 7711/7721. These technicians are responsible for population of bare circuit boards, difficult micro soldering, and circuit card assembly rework.

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

• Prototype skills in working from schematics.
• Capable of working in fast paced environment.
• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Must have experience in Hand soldering both lead and lead‑free assemblies to IPC class 3 standards.
• Experience with Altium viewer or equivalent software.
• Extreme attention to detail.

Education, Experience, and Other Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• IPC J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721.
• Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident (due to company contracts falling under the ITAR).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a workbench.
• Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time.
• Must have manual dexterity to assemble products or machines as directed.
• Must have excellent hand‑eye coordination.
• Ability to wear gloves and ear protection when required.
• Must be able to traverse the production facility.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.