Freelance PCB Inspector Madison WI / Part time 1099 WIMAOC26

Pro QC International North America • Madison, WI

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About The Position

Pro QC International is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies in an electronics manufacturing environment. The position is a three-month contract assignment, with a schedule of 5:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The inspector will work independently during the required coverage period and perform inspections throughout the assignment.

The role requires hands-on experience with SMT and through-hole assemblies, familiarity with IPC-A-610 Class 2 workmanship criteria, and the ability to assess assembly quality. Required tools include a digital caliper or micrometer, digital multimeter, and solder-joint inspection tools. The Quality Engineer is responsible for providing required PPE in accordance with vendor directions.

Pro QC International has provided quality control services since 1984, supporting clients with quality and production challenges and supply-chain risk and cost reduction. It offers solutions in more than 88 countries and manages global operations from 18 offices. Its clients range from start-ups to multinational companies across the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. The company values professionalism, dependability, teamwork, and trusted partnerships, and seeks to nurture customer and team trust through dynamic interactions, creative supply-chain solutions, and integrated partnership.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant inspection or quality engineering experience.
• Proven experience inspecting PCB/PCBA assemblies.
• Experience with both SMT and through-hole assemblies.
• Previous experience in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment.
• Current or previous IPC-A-610 CIS certification.
• Practical knowledge of IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria.
• Experience using microscopes or other magnification equipment for PCB inspection.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Provide required PPE in accordance with vendor directions.

Nice To Haves

• IPC-A-600 knowledge or certification for bare-PCB inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and pre-shipment inspections of electronic assemblies.
• Inspect PCB and PCBA assemblies using microscopes or other magnification equipment.
• Evaluate solder-joint quality and overall assembly workmanship.
• Verify component polarity and orientation.
• Identify and document common PCB assembly defects.
• Apply IPC-A-610 Class 2 criteria during inspections.
• Work independently during the required coverage period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level