X-Ray Structural Test Engineer

About the role

We’re looking to add an X-Ray Structural Test Engineer located in Austin, TX to support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth.

Responsibilities

• Write and debug automated x-ray inspection programs on ViTrox V810, ViTrox QX1 x-ray inspection systems.
• Perform manual x-ray inspections on Nordson Dage x-ray inspection systems.
• Monitor and audit real time program performance and make corrections.
• Provide feedback to SMT, PTH, and pressfit operations on component/board level performance for continuous process improvement.
• Work with and provide guidance to x-ray operators to increase their accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide technical assistance to process and product engineering for future designs and existing product improvements.
• Work extensively with x-ray equipment manufacturer to improve defect detection capabilities, improve machine reliability and work on other mutually beneficial assignments.

Requirements

• 1-2-year prior experience in writing and debugging automated x-ray inspection programs.
• Awareness of SMT and PTH soldering processes in manufacturing.
• Awareness of IPC and other electronic manufacturing standards and processes, and how they apply to various classes of products (i.e. medical, automotive).
• Creativity and awareness of new technologies/techniques along with “out of the box” thinking.
• Demonstrates advanced technical skills.
• Experience working with PC and networks along with the ability to do basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from engineers, managers, and customers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions.
• Flexibility and availability to help teammates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
• Ability to learn complex algorithms and settings on the job.