PCB Testing Engineer

Functional Skills

Functional Skills are essential skills that help individuals perform tasks effectively in everyday life, work, and education.

PCB Testing Methodologies

Schematic Reading and Interpretation

Fault Isolation and Troubleshooting

Testing Equipment Operation

Data Analysis and Reporting

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Programming and Scripting

PCB Design Knowledge

Soldering and Rework Skills

Communication and Teamwork

Soft Skills

Communication, teamwork, and critical thinking to ensure seamless project execution.

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Technical Communication

Adaptability

Time Management

Teamwork and Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Technical Skills

Technical Skills are specialized abilities and knowledge needed to perform specific tasks or functions.

PCB Design Software Proficiency

Testing and Measurement Equipment

Fault Isolation and Debugging

Soldering and Rework

Signal Integrity Analysis

Quality Assurance and Standards

Embedded Systems Knowledge

Data Analysis and Reporting

Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Programming

Reverse Engineering

Duties and Responsiblities

Task

95%

Develop comprehensive PCB testing strategies and procedures to ensure product quality and reliability.

92%

Design and implement automated test systems using LabVIEW, Python, or similar tools for efficient PCB testing.

90%

Perform functional testing, in-circuit testing (ICT), and boundary scan testing on PCBs to identify defects.

88%

Analyze test data and generate detailed reports on PCB performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

85%

Troubleshoot and diagnose PCB failures to component level, using schematics, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic tools.

82%

Collaborate with design engineers to provide feedback on PCB design for testability (DFT) and manufacturability (DFM).

80%

Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

78%

Develop and maintain documentation for testing procedures, test setups, and test results.

75%

Participate in failure analysis investigations to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.

72%

Stay up-to-date with the latest PCB testing technologies and industry standards.

70%

Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on PCB testing procedures and equipment.

68%

Manage and maintain the PCB testing lab, ensuring a safe and organized work environment.

Work Activities

95%

Creating detailed test plans and procedures to thoroughly evaluate PCB performance and reliability.

92%

Performing functional tests on PCBs to ensure they meet design specifications and operate correctly.

90%

Identifying and diagnosing faults in PCBs using various testing methods and equipment.

88%

Developing and implementing automated testing systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

85%

Analyzing signal integrity to ensure proper signal transmission and minimize signal degradation.

82%

Conducting environmental tests (temperature, humidity, vibration) to assess PCB durability.

80%

Ensuring PCBs comply with industry standards and regulations (e.g., RoHS, CE).

78%

Creating detailed test reports documenting test results, findings, and recommendations.

75%

Maintaining and calibrating test equipment to ensure accurate and reliable testing.

72%

Collaborating with design engineers to improve PCB design and testability.

70%

Performing root cause analysis of PCB failures to identify underlying issues and prevent recurrence.

68%

Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance testing efficiency and quality.

Detailed Work Profile

Interests