PCB Data Translator
About The Position
Pentagon EMS, a StenTech company, designs and manufactures EMS tooling for electronics assemblers across the USA and Canada, including wave solder fixtures, selective solder pallets, SMT support fixtures, reflow carriers, and other custom process fixtures. The PCB Data Translator converts customer-provided design files into detailed data that Engineering uses to develop assembly tooling. The role reviews Gerber, ODB++, IPC-2581, and 3D component data, and works closely with Sales and Engineering as the first line of defense against data errors reaching production. This is a full-time, on-site position in Hillsboro, Oregon, in the Engineering department. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. Pay is $28.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of experience working with PCB data.
- Working knowledge of Gerber and ODB++ formats and how PCB layers relate to each other.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to catch small dimensional errors.
- Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for resolving data questions with customers and teammates.
- Proficiency with Windows PCs and standard office software.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical certificate in electronics, mechanical drafting, or a related field.
- Familiarity with how wave solder, selective solder, and SMT process fixtures are designed and used.
- Hands-on experience with CAD/CAM tools such as SolidWorks, CadKey, DraftSight, AutoCAD, CAM350, Valor, or similar.
- Familiarity with wave and selective soldering, reflow, and SMT assembly processes.
Responsibilities
- Import and verify customer PCB data, including Gerber RS-274X, ODB++, IPC-2581, centroid/BOM, and STEP files, for completeness and accuracy.
- Identify board outlines, panel layouts, component heights, and keep-out areas needed for each fixture.
- Flag data issues, missing files, and design risks, and resolve them with customers through Sales.
- Meet daily turnaround commitments, including rush orders.
- Maintain customer-specific design preferences.
- Support quality investigations and corrective actions tied to data or design errors.
- Suggest process and template improvements that reduce design time and errors.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Flexible paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
