Sr. Test Technician

Vanguard EMS, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K (with employer match)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Job summary

Vanguard EMS, Inc. in Beaverton, OR seeks a Senior Test Technician to provide high-level technical support, analyze complex problems, and implement testing methods for circuit boards using ATE and functional tests.

You will train manufacturing staff, interface with customer staff, and contribute to testability designs while advancing quality across test processes.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of circuit analysis techniques and test equipment.
• Experience solving complex test problems and documenting results.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on test processes.
• Familiarity with PC operations and related software tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist development of test software and fixtures under direction.
• Evaluate and resolve complex test problems.
• Document test processes and troubleshooting procedures.
• Provide quality control support for test processes.
• Interface with customer staff to design and implement tests.
• Train associates to perform test processes.
• Provide design-for-testability input to customers.
• Test critical path boards and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Circuit analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team problem solving

Engineering judgment

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Tools

C#

C++

VHDL

LabVIEW

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Senior Test Technician is responsible for providing a high level of technical support to the organization by analyzing and resolving complex technical problems requiring application of advanced circuit analysis and/or software techniques, developing and implementing methods for testing assembled circuit boards using ATE and functional test processes, and training and mentoring manufacturing and technical associates in troubleshooting strategies and techniques.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

What you’ll do:

• Assist in development of test software and fixtures under direction of Test Engineer.
• Evaluate and resolve complex problems encountered in test.
• Perform documentation of test processes and troubleshooting procedures.
• Provide statistical quality control support for test processes.
• Interface with customer technical staff to design and implement test processes.
• Train manufacturing and technical associates to perform test processes.
• Provide customers with design for testability support.
• Provide direct labor to test critical path boards and perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

• Advanced proficiency in computer systems, including MS Excel (vlookups), Office, and Outlook.
• Ability to demonstrate core competencies through the successful completion of Test Technician Exam.
• Must have extensive knowledge in circuit analysis techniques and use of electronic test equipment.
• Basic understanding of HP3070 and Flying Probe operation (preferred).
• Must be familiar with PC operation and applications.
• Knowledge of computer language such as C#, C++, VHDL, VB.net or LabView.
• Knowledge of SMT assembly and testing.
• Demonstrated success in systematic team problem solving and excellent communication/facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated creativity, project planning and engineering judgement in solving manufacturing problems.

Education and/or Experience

• A minimum of two year degree in electronics or the equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience as electronic technical, troubleshooting complex products and sub-assemblies.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

This Job Posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities associated with this position. Management reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K (with employer match)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing