PCB Quality Engineer
Posted 1 day ago by Chroma Recruitment
£35 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The PCB Quality Engineer role involves ensuring that all printed circuit boards and assemblies meet quality standards for a leading manufacturer in the North West. The position focuses on driving continuous improvement in processes and products through inspections, audits, and collaboration with engineering teams. The role requires a strong background in PCB manufacturing and quality assurance practices. This is a contract position classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspect and audit PCBs (bare and assembled) to IPC standards (IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610).
- Monitor quality metrics, yields, and defect trends; lead improvement initiatives.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement CAPA actions.
- Develop and maintain quality procedures for PCB fabrication and assembly.
- Collaborate with engineering and design teams to resolve quality issues.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and related standards.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years in PCB manufacturing, assembly, or electronics quality.
- Strong knowledge of IPC standards and quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100).
- Skilled in inspection, RCA, and statistical quality tools.
- Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium) and reliability testing.
- Excellent attention to detail, communication, and teamwork.
Salary (Rate): £35.00/hr
City: Manchester Area
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Contract Role Outside IR35 £25-£35 p/h
We’re seeking a PCB Quality Engineer to join a leading North West manufacturer. You’ll ensure all printed circuit boards and assemblies meet internal and customer quality standards, driving continuous improvement across processes and products.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and audit PCBs (bare and assembled) to IPC standards (IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610).
- Monitor quality metrics, yields, and defect trends; lead improvement initiatives.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement CAPA actions.
- Develop and maintain quality procedures for PCB fabrication and assembly.
- Collaborate with engineering and design teams to resolve quality issues.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and related standards.
Skills & Experience
- 5+ years in PCB manufacturing, assembly, or electronics quality.
- Strong knowledge of IPC standards and quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100).
- Skilled in inspection, RCA, and statistical quality tools.
- Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium) and reliability testing.
- Excellent attention to detail, communication, and teamwork.
Interested? If you have the skills and experience for this PCB Quality Engineer role, apply now with an up-to-date CV, or contact Luke Adamson on 07539 142814 for more details. Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them! Chroma Recruitment operates a referral scheme. Chroma Recruitment is acting as an employment business regarding this position.