Precision Micro Solderer

Randstad USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA in Austin is seeking an experienced Precision Micro-Solderer to perform high-reliability assembly, rework, and trace repair on complex circuit boards. You will work under a microscope on mission-critical electronics with tight tolerances.

You should have 2+ years of micro-soldering experience and IPC J-STD-001 / IPC-A-610 certs. The role offers daytime shifts with 8 AM to 4 PM hours and a salary range of $39,520–$52,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of micro-soldering and microscope-assisted PCB rework experience.
• Active or prior IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 certification (Class 3 preferred).
• Deep familiarity with hot-air rework stations, pre-heaters, and flux chemistry.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for extreme fine-pitch work.

Responsibilities

• SMT/Through-hole assembly and micro-soldering down to 0201/0402 component sizes.
• High-density board rework, fine-pitch QFN/BGA touch-ups, and trace/pad repairs under stereo magnification.
• Maintain strict adherence to IPC Class 2/3 inspection and workmanship standards.
• Precision soldering including but no limited to through-hole or surface-mount.
• Mechanical assembly of custom cables, wiring harnesses, or circuit boards.
• Wire crimping.
• IPC or other solder rework certification.

Skills

Soldering

Precision soldering

IPC

Education

High School

IPC J-STD-001

IPC-A-610

Tools

Hot-air rework stations

Pre-heaters

Flux chemistry

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Precision Micro-Solderer to perform high-reliability assembly, rework, and trace repair on complex circuit boards. If you have an eye for detail, steady hands, and love working under a microscope on mission-critical electronics, we want you on our bench.

What You’ll Do

• SMT/Through-hole assembly and micro-soldering down to 0201/0402 component sizes.
• Conduct high-density board rework, fine-pitch QFN/BGA touch-ups, and trace/pad repairs under stereo magnification.
• Maintain strict adherence to IPC Class 2/3 inspection and workmanship standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of micro-soldering and microscope-assisted PCB rework experience.
• Active or prior IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 certification (Class 3 preferred).
• Deep familiarity with hot-air rework stations, pre-heaters, and flux chemistry.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for extreme fine-pitch work. ZPMLSTCM

salary: $39,520 - $52,000 per year

shift: First

work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM

education: High School

Responsibilities

• Precision soldering including but no limited to through-hole or surface-mount
• Mechanical assembly of custom cables, wiring harnesses, or circuit boards
• Wire crimping
• IPC or other solder rework certification

The essential functions of this role include

• working in a smoke free environment

Skills

• Soldering (2 years of experience is required)
• precision soldering (1 year of experience is required)
• IPC

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Benefits

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Experience

• Experienced
• 2 years

Education

High School