ICT Engineer

Employee Magnets•Grapevine, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The ICT Engineer develops, implements, and maintains in-circuit test programs, fixtures, and equipment to verify the functionality and quality of printed circuit board assemblies. The role uses automated test equipment (ATE) and hands-on diagnostic tools to test and debug PCBs from prototype through production. The engineer analyzes failures, performs root cause analysis, supports corrective actions, and provides reporting on defects, test coverage, and quality metrics. The position works with hardware and design engineers to improve PCB testability, manufacturability, and test coverage. It also supports equipment calibration and maintenance, test automation and continuous improvement, and compliance with applicable company requirements and industry standards. The engineer documents test methods and results and trains technicians and operators on ICT equipment and test setups. Work is primarily factory-centered and involves hands-on work with test equipment and PCBs, along with collaboration across design, production, quality control, and suppliers. Extended hours may be required during production ramps or troubleshooting. The warehouse environment may involve moderate to high noise, seasonal temperature extremes, extensive walking, reaching above shoulder height, bending or stooping, repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements, and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field is required; associate degrees or electronics certifications with significant experience may also be considered.
Three to five years of experience testing PCBs, developing ICT programs, and working with ATE systems.
Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB assembly processes, and circuit design principles.
Familiarity with schematics, Gerber files, and PCB layout tools such as Altium, Eagle, or KiCad.
Proficiency with in-circuit test equipment such as TRI, Teradyne, Keysight (Agilent), GenRad, or SPEA testers.
Skill using multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal or waveform analyzers, soldering stations, and logic analyzers for debugging.
Experience programming test sequences using languages such as C, Python, or LabVIEW, or proprietary test development environments.
Understanding of automated manufacturing and ICT's role in a production line.
Familiarity with IPC standards, including IPC-A-610, for electronics quality and acceptance criteria.
Knowledge of ICT fixture design and development, including probe alignment and bed-of-nails testing setups.
Understanding of fixture mechanics and electrical signal integrity for accurate testing.
Ability to tolerate moderate to high noise levels in a warehouse environment.
Ability to walk for extended periods, reach above shoulder height, bend or stoop below the waist, and perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of boundary scan (JTAG) testing and advanced fault diagnostics.
Experience with test automation and scripting to improve test efficiency.
Hands-on experience with statistical data analysis, metrics reporting, and Six Sigma techniques.
Understanding of fixture mechanics and electrical signal integrity for accurate testing.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement in-circuit test programs to validate PCB assembly manufacturing.
Create test fixtures and customize test hardware for specific designs, from prototypes to production runs.
Work with automated test equipment, including TRI, Teradyne, Keysight (Agilent), or SPEA systems.
Identify and resolve issues in test setups and equipment to ensure accurate, reliable functionality.
Analyze test failures, troubleshoot component-level issues, and suggest solutions.
Collaborate with hardware and design engineers to support PCB testability during the design stage.
Provide feedback to improve PCB manufacturability and test coverage.
Perform root cause analysis on test failures and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Generate reports on defects, test coverage, and quality metrics to support manufacturing improvements.
Calibrate and maintain ICT equipment and update ICT software and hardware as needed.
Optimize test coverage and reduce test execution time.
Implement test automation to improve testing efficiency and consistency.
Ensure test procedures meet industry standards, company requirements, and applicable certifications, including IPC-A-610 and ISO standards.
Validate compliance with design schematics, bills of materials (BOM), and quality assurance processes.
Train technicians and operators to use ICT equipment and test setups effectively.
Document test methodologies, results, and troubleshooting practices.