Senior Electronics Repair Engineer: Root Cause & Test

Zaddy Solutions; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions in Iowa seeks an experienced electronics technician to troubleshoot failures, repair components, and contribute to test fixture development. You will collect data, mentor junior staff, and help document troubleshooting protocols to improve product reliability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product development teams, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. A background in electronics and hands-on repair is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years in component-level troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience soldering fine-pitch SMT and through-hole PCB assemblies.
• Experience with microprocessor- and microcontroller-based products.
• Experience troubleshooting analog circuits.
• Experience with switching power supplies preferred.
• IPC soldering certification preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot circuits to the component level using schematics and test equipment.
• Ability to solder through-hole and fine-pitch SMT components.
• Lab safety knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to mentor junior technicians.
• Basic proficiency in MS Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot failures and perform root-cause analysis on returned electronic products.
• Perform component-level repairs on returned devices.
• Collect repair data and maintain an accurate repair database.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced technicians.
• Assist with the design, construction, and maintenance of test fixtures and systems, including hardware, software, and mechanical components.
• Support the development and documentation of troubleshooting protocols.
• Provide feedback to product development teams for design improvements and enhancements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Soldering SMT

Soldering through-hole

Test systems

Mentoring

MS Office

MS Windows

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Military electronics training

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

IPC-J-STD-001

IPC 7711/7721

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

Zaddy Solutions in Iowa seeks an experienced electronics technician to troubleshoot failures, repair components, and contribute to test fixture development. You will collect data, mentor junior staff, and help document troubleshooting protocols to improve product reliability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product development teams, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. A background in electronics and hands-on repair is essential.