West Valley Staffing Group is currently seeking a PCBA Engineering Technician for a great opportunity in Scotts Valley, CA. Apply Now and schedule your interview with one of our specialized recruiters! $50 referral bonus available! Great long-term opportunity! - possible conversion to full time Benefits Offered! Overview We are looking for a skilled Power Electronics PCBA technician to support rapid prototyping, engineering builds and reworks. This role is hands-on and essential to ensuring the reliability and quality of our product. You will lead the deployment of the R&D lab processes and drive hands-on assembly, test and troubleshooting of new products and product variants through all phases of the engineering lifecycle. Your technical and timely feedback to the engineering team is pivotal to drive product improvements and advancements with specific attention to safety, quality and reliability. This role is versatile in nature and welcomes innovative, outside-of-the-box thinking to drive excellence in our products.

Responsibilities:

Perform precision rework of complex multi-layer PCBA's, including soldering and rework of fine-pitch components under microscope Support prototype builds for engineering teams, including board bring-up assistance and functional verification testing Use and maintain rework equipment including soldering irons, hot-air stations, microscopes and thermal tools Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including engineering, reliability, test and operations) to develop processes for prototype builds, test, failure mode identification and troubleshooting playbook through various experimental set-ups and systems Document learnings and failure modes, analyze data and communicate to cross-functional teams to drive product changes into future builds to track and to execute incremental improvements

Requirements:

Proven track-record of hands-on technical assembly, troubleshooting and diagnostic experience, specifically working directly with highly complex PCBA's and electronic assemblies Experience in teardown, diagnostic and troubleshooting of complex manufactured assemblies Familiarity and experience using hand tools, automated equipment or both for manufacturing of finished assemblies Ability to read and interpret design drawings for critical quality and assembly features to translate into execution Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to navigate ambiguity and complete ownership of change management through various product iterations and experiments Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., with frequent standing, walking and bending About West Valley Staffing Group (WVSG) Join a company with over five decades of expertise as a leading staffing partner in Silicon Valley and nationwide. As a woman-owned business, WVSG offers the scale and expertise of a national provider while maintaining the high-touch service of a local partner. We have supported large-scale programs with over 900 employees across multiple states, demonstrating our ability to deliver results in high-volume and niche staffing environments. When you work with us, you're partnering with a team committed to finding you the best professional fit.

Pay:

$35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person