Electronics Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to support the establishment and growth of our PCBA manufacturing operation in the Reno/Sparks area.

This role will be responsible for electronic design support, BOM and component management, failure analysis, and resolution of production line technical issues across SMT and PCBA assembly.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, a solid understanding of PCB design and electronic components, and the ability to work cross-functionally with DFM, quality, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Review customer schematics and PCB layouts for manufacturability and support New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Work with DFM and product engineering teams to resolve design-related issues before production ramp.
• Prepare process documentation, work instructions, and engineering change notices (ECNs).
• Support product qualification, first-article inspection, and production trial runs.

• Maintain and review the Bill of Materials (BOM) for assigned products.
• Evaluate component alternatives, second-source options, and obsolete component replacements.
• Collaborate with procurement and planning to resolve component shortages, lifecycle issues, and supplier quality concerns.
• Ensure component specifications are accurate and consistent with customer requirements.

• Troubleshoot and resolve electronic assembly defects on the SMT and PCBA production line.
• Perform failure analysis (FA) using X-ray, microscopes, in-circuit testing, and cross-sectional methods.
• Analyze escape points, root-cause issues, and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support first-pass yield improvement and track component-level ppm and defect rates.

• Apply IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria and support process optimization for solder paste printing, placement, reflow, and cleaning.
• Work with quality engineers to define inspection standards and control plans.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or other problem-solving tools.
• Train production technicians and operators on electronic assembly standards and ESD requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years of hands-on electronics engineering experience in PCBA / SMT / EMS manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of PCB design, electronic components, circuit fundamentals, and SMT assembly process.
• Practical experience with schematic review, BOM management, and failure analysis.
• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and ESD (ANSI/ESD S20.20) requirements.
• Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication and cross-functional teamwork skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (I-9 / E-Verify).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive, medical, telecommunications, or high-reliability electronics.

Experience with X-ray, AOI, SPI, flying-probe, or FA related equipment.

• Experience working with China-based engineering teams or multinational manufacturers.
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus.

# Provided benefits : Medical insurance, 401(k), Pension plan, PTO