PCB Test Technician
About Your New Employer
- Join a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation working on advanced electronic products and systems.
- Work with innovative technologies, including motor controllers, FPGA-based systems, microprocessors and complex PCB assemblies.
- Be part of a collaborative, quality-focused manufacturing environment where continuous improvement, technical development and knowledge sharing are valued.
About Your New Job
As a PCB Test Technician, you will report to the PCB Production Supervisor and support production activities in a busy manufacturing environment. You will:
- Set up and test products using schematics, layout drawings, assembly drawings, procedures and technical specifications.
- Use a range of test equipment, including digital multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, function generators, ESS chambers and vibration tables.
- Test and troubleshoot electronic PCB assemblies and systems incorporating passive components, analogue and digital circuitry, power electronics, FPGAs and microprocessors.
- Test and debug electronic motor controllers in line with established procedures.
- Perform failure analysis on production and returned assemblies and systems, providing feedback to support process improvements.
- Work closely with production and engineering teams to identify issues and develop effective technical solutions.
- Complete all required test documentation, including yield reports and non-conformance data.
- Maintain accurate records of test results and production-related documentation.
- Support technician training, knowledge sharing and product familiarisation.
- Follow all requirements relating to personal tool maintenance, antistatic precautions, FOD, safety and housekeeping.
What Skills You Need
- A minimum Level 6 qualification in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
- At least two years’ experience in electronics testing, troubleshooting or a similar manufacturing environment.
- Experience working in an ISO 9001 or equivalent regulated environment is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of electronic components and circuitry, including analogue, digital and power electronics.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues and perform failure analysis.
- Strong problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an integrated team.
- Flexibility and the ability to meet deadlines in a busy manufacturing environment.
Experience or qualifications in Lean manufacturing would be an advantage. IPC 7711/7721 and IPC-A-610 certifications are also desirable.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of €37,000 per year.
- Health insurance and enhanced annual leave.
- Additional benefits, career development opportunities and the chance to work with advanced electronic technologies.
- A collaborative, technically focused working environment in Carrigaline.
What's Next
Apply now by emailing your CV to Alan to afitzpatrick@sigmar.ie or call +353 21 484 7136 for more information.
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