ICT Engineer

Job Duties

• Test Development
• Develop and implement ICT programs to validate PCB assembly performance.
• Design and customize test fixtures for prototypes and production units.
• Work with ATE platforms including TRI, Teradyne, Keysight (Agilent), or SPEA.
• Debugging & Troubleshooting
• Analyze test failures and troubleshoot down to the component level (resistors, ICs, capacitors, etc.).
• Resolve equipment and setup issues to ensure test accuracy and uptime.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work with hardware and design engineers to improve PCB testability.
• Provide feedback on DFT (Design for Testability) and manufacturability.
• Failure Analysis & Reporting
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare defect reports and test coverage data to support continuous improvement.
• Equipment Maintenance
• Calibrate, maintain, and upgrade ICT systems and test stations.
• Manage software/hardware updates and ensure system reliability.
• Process Optimization
• Drive initiatives to improve test coverage and reduce cycle time.
• Develop test automation scripts and integrate with production workflows.
• Compliance & Standards
• Ensure adherence to industry standards such as IPC-A-610 and ISO.
• Verify compliance with BOMs, schematics, and QA processes.
• Documentation & Training
• Create detailed test documentation, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Train technicians and operators on ICT equipment and test practices.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience with ICT systems, PCB testing, and ATE environments.
• Associate degrees with significant hands-on experience will be considered.
• Technical Skills
• Deep understanding of electronics, PCB layout, and assembly processes.
• Proficiency with schematics, Gerber files, and tools like Altium, KiCad, or Eagle.
• Hands-on experience with test tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers).
• Programming experience in C, Python, LabVIEW, or vendor-specific test languages.
• Knowledge of boundary scan (JTAG), test fixture design, and signal integrity.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and statistical quality tools (e.g., Six Sigma).
• Preferred Tools/Systems
• TRI, Teradyne, Keysight (Agilent), SPEA, GenRad test systems.
• PCB layout and design tools.
• Scripting for test automation and process improvement.
• Preferred Certifications (Optional but Valuable)
• IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 Certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Vendor-specific ICT training (e.g., Teradyne, Keysight)