Remote Electronics Quality Engineer - AI Training & Inspections

OpenTrain AI, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

OpenTrain AI, Inc. is seeking a remote, part-time contractor with extensive electronics quality and CAM experience to evaluate PCB assemblies, interpret CAM/ Gerber data, and assess defect root causes. You will produce clear reports and contribute to AI training data for quality models.

The role emphasizes IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620 criteria, and counterfeit part screening, with emphasis on clear documentation and communication for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years hands-on experience in electronics quality, CAM engineering, or failure analysis.
• Experience with PCB CAM files, Gerber data, and CAM software.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 inspection criteria.
• Experience evaluating counterfeit parts using standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for findings.

Responsibilities

• Review PCB CAM and Gerber files for manufacturability, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
• Perform IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 visual inspections of PCB assemblies and wire harness builds.
• Analyze SMT and AOI defect types, identify false calls, and assess root causes and remediation options.
• Evaluate counterfeit electronic parts using AS6081 risk indicators and mitigation principles.
• Interpret C-SAM and X-ray inspection results for semiconductor packages, including die inspection and MIL-STD-883 checks.
• Prepare concise reports and explain findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Help refine AI training workflows and datasets.

Skills

IPC knowledge

Failure analysis

Quality inspections

Technical reporting

Tools

PCB CAM software

Gerber data interpretation

AOI/ SMT processes

Job description

OpenTrain AI, Inc. is seeking a remote, part-time contractor with extensive electronics quality and CAM experience to evaluate PCB assemblies, interpret CAM/ Gerber data, and assess defect root causes. You will produce clear reports and contribute to AI training data for quality models.

The role emphasizes IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620 criteria, and counterfeit part screening, with emphasis on clear documentation and communication for both technical and non-technical audiences.