Job Title: Electronics/PCB Test Engineer - Senior Level
Location: 100% Onsite - Santa Barbara, CA
Duration: 6-12 month
Position Overview
This position requires strong verification skills and extensive hands-on PCB troubleshooting experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead verification and validation (V&V) tests on electronic and embedded systems.
- Lead in the design, development, and manufacturing of test fixtures, gaging products, and tools.
- Lead R&D testing activities, including exploratory and formal tests.
- Troubleshoot and debug circuits and systems; interpret engineering drawings and PCB schematics.
- Operate/maintain test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and multimeters.
- Configure and maintain test setups for video interfaces (SDI, HDMI, DisplayPort), power supplies, USB interfaces, and embedded systems (microcontrollers, FPGA).
- Document test results, create reports, and maintain accurate records in compliance with company standards.
- Evaluate engineering, production, and field failures to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Share knowledge of electronic systems manufacturing and test processes to improve team efficiency.
- Previous experience with PCB troubleshooting is required
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Ability to read schematics, interpret Gerber files, and work with SolidWorks drawings.
- Familiarity with EMC/EMI testing and troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience with test fixture design and maintenance.
EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.