About this role
Quality Engineer – PCB/PCBA Inspection
Contract length: 3 months
Schedule: 5:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies in an electronics manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with SMT and through-hole assemblies, understands IPC-A-610 Class 2 workmanship criteria, and can independently perform inspections throughout the assignment.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform in-process, final, and pre-shipment inspections of electronic assemblies.
• Inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies using microscopes or other magnification equipment.
• Evaluate solder-joint quality and overall assembly workmanship.
• Verify component polarity and orientation.
• Identify and document common PCB assembly defects.
• Apply IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria during inspections.
• Work independently during the required coverage period.
Qualifications
• At least 3 years of relevant inspection or quality engineering experience.
• Proven experience inspecting PCB/PCBA assemblies.
• Experience with both SMT and through-hole assemblies.
• Previous experience in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment.
• Current or previous IPC-A-610 CIS certification.
• Practical knowledge of IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria.
• Experience using microscopes or other magnification equipment for PCB inspection.
• Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering education.
Required Tools and Equipment
• Digital caliper or micrometer
• Digital multimeter
• Solder-joint inspection tools
• Required PPE, provided by the Quality Engineer in accordance with vendor directions
Preferred: IPC-A-600 knowledge or certification for bare-PCB inspection.