Electronics/PCB Repair Technician

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Electronic Repair Technician, External

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Bench Technician with extensive experience in robot repair to join our Internal Repair Facility in Austin, Texas. This role is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, modifying, testing, and verifying complex automatic or logic-controlled electronic and electro-mechanical equipment at the component level.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong troubleshooting capability, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and expertise with advanced test equipment and circuit analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair wafer handling robots for semiconductor applications
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and circuit designs
• Diagnose and repair complex Robot, PCB assemblies and controllers using root-cause analysis
• Conduct post-repair validation, including functional and or load testing
• Develop or improvise circuits and test setups to meet unique repair needs
• Accurately document work performed in internal database systems
• Follow all company safety procedures (electrical, mechanical, and chemical)

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics
• Intermediate circuit design and analysis skills
• Proficiency with complex test equipment and instrumentation
  • Voltage meters
  • ESR
  • Oscilloscope
  • Signal generators etc.
• Perform through-hole, surface mount (SMT), and fine-pitch soldering
• Strong mechanical aptitude (including familiarity with motor encoder, pneumatics, hydraulics, and fluidics)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective communication and collaboration with customers, team members, and management
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to adapt in a high-pressure, fast-changing environment

Additional Technical Expertise (Preferred)

• Robot repair experience ABM XXX, similar Brooks Automation model robots
• AC/DC servo and stepper motor repair, rebuild, and testing
• Advanced understanding of:
  • Discrete component characteristics
  • Power electronics and control systems
• Experience with electrical design and simulation tools such as:
  • LabVIEW
  • MultiSim
  • Cadence (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with hardware programming languages:
  • VHDL
  • Verilog
  • JTAG

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics or equivalent technical training
• Minimum 5 years of bench-level electronic repair experience
• Experience with AC/DC circuit design

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds as required
• Must follow all safety procedures (electrical, chemical, mechanical)
• Work in a fast-paced repair environment with shifting priorities
• Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams and customers

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

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NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.