Repair Technician

Sanmina Corporation; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Circuit Board Repair Technician in Bothell, WA! This role is vital in ensuring the quality of circuit boards through meticulous inspection, testing, and repair. You'll utilize your expertise in troubleshooting and soldering to handle various electronic components and systems. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for electronics, this opportunity is perfect for you. Contribute to innovative projects while working with cutting-edge technology and a dedicated team. Don't miss the chance to make a significant impact in the electronics manufacturing industry!

Qualifications

• Experience in component level troubleshooting and board repair is essential.
• Ability to read and execute PCB test procedures and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, testing, and repair of circuit boards.
• Record defective circuit boards and notify QA Manager.
• Support production and engineering with troubleshooting.

Skills

Component level troubleshooting

Circuit board repair

Soldering skills (IPC-A610, IPC-JSTD)

Reading electronic schematics

Multitasking and adaptability

Analyzing and interpreting test data

Calibration of electronics testing standards

Basic ESD theory and handling practices

Education

Associates Degree in Electronics

Equivalent military electronics training

Tools

Power supplies

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Digital Multimeters (DMM)

Proprietary software for PCB communication

Job description

Category (For Job Seekers)

Manufacturing/Operations

Location

13302 - EMS Bothell WA - Bothell, WA 98021 US (Primary)

Job Description

Job Purpose:

Sanmina is looking for a Circuit Board Repair Technician to join our Product Repair Operations in Bothell, WA. Candidate must have experience in component level troubleshooting and board repair.

Nature of Duties:

• Perform incoming inspection and testing and repair of circuit boards received or assembled by outside suppliers, using approved testing procedures and schematics.
• Repair populated circuit boards that fail inspecting and testing as needed.
• Record type and quantity of defective circuit boards and notify QA Manager by issuing a CAR.
• Read, follow and execute PCB test procedures.
• Support Production, Repair and Engineering.
• Calibration of electronics testing standards.
• The ability/skill to troubleshoot PCB’s to component level using various test equipment.
• Use of power supplies, O-scopes, signal generators, DMM’s and frequency counters.
• Soldering skills equivalent to IPC-A610 and IPC-JSTD.
• The ability to read electronic schematics.
• The ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Computer Skills: Experience and/or ability to use complex proprietary software and communications. Software used to communicate with various PCB boards via RS232, RS485, USB and Bluetooth, as well as more common programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to set up, understand and troubleshoot com port connections and other basic computer issues as needed.
• Knowledge of proper PCB board/component handling and ESD prevention practices. Basic ESD theory.
• Analyze and interpret test data.
• Ability to calibrate precision instrumentation.
• Basic understanding of programmers and ability to use several programming devices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to sustain high board throughput, as needed, with accuracy, to satisfy production needs.
• Ability to multitask, adapt on the fly, prioritize and change focus rapidly.
• Experience setting up and conducting various intricate PCB test configurations using test leads and fixtures.

Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree (A.A.) in electronics from a two-year college or technical school, equivalent military electronics school(s) and two years related experience and/or training.
• Prefer the ability to read and write using the English language.
• The ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages to apply concepts of basic algebra, and the application of electronic formulas.
• To apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.