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We are a fast-growing company listed on the London Stock Exchange. We are looking for self-motivated professionals who thrive in dynamic environments. We are proud of and committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed, and Integrity. Joining our team means you will work in a high performing global company where employees collaborate and strive for excellence.\n Position Summary\nThe Debug Test Technician troubleshoots and repairs power supply assemblies to component level, keeping units that fail test moving back into production. Working across volume production, new product introduction (NPI) builds, and customer returns (RMA), you will be the bridge between the test floor and engineering whenever boards don't pass.\nIn this role you will diagnose failures in power conversion circuits, perform rework to IPC workmanship standards, capture failure data that drives yield and quality improvements, and help keep functional test stations running. This is a hands-on, on-site role on the production floor and in the debug lab, working closely with Test Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality, and Production.\nKey Responsibilities\nProduction Debug & Repair\nDebug and repair failed power supply from top level assembly(TLA) down to PCBA/component level using schematics, BOMs, and assembly drawings.\nDiagnose failures in PFC stages, primary-side switching, magnetics, isolated feedback loops, secondary-side regulation, and protection circuits.\nTurn around boards that fail in-circuit or functional test to keep WIP moving and first-pass yield up.\nVerify repaired units through retest and confirm they meet specification before returning them to the line.\nNPI & Pilot Build Support\nDebug failures on NPI and pilot builds, and help engineering separate design, process, and component issues.\nProvide hands-on feedback on debug access, test points, and repairability during early builds.\nRMA / Customer Returns\nReproduce reported failures on customer returns, identify root cause, and repair or disposition units.\nDocument RMA findings clearly so Quality and Engineering can respond to customers and drive corrective action.\nRework & Workmanship\nPerform SMT and through-hole soldering and rework, including fine-pitch components, using hot air and rework stations.\nWork to IPC-A-610 workmanship standards and follow ESD-safe handling at all times.\nFailure Data & Reporting\nLog every failure, root cause, and repair action in the failure database/MES with serial-level traceability.\nBuild failure Pareto and trend reports, and flag emerging issues early.\nProvide data and analysis for 8D and corrective action (CAPA) investigations.\nEngineering Collaboration\nWork with Test, Design, and Manufacturing Engineering on recurring defects; suggest DFM/DFT improvements.\nCommunicate debug status, findings, and risks clearly to engineering and production leads.\nTest Fixture & Station Support\nMaintain and troubleshoot functional test fixtures and stations, including AC sources, electronic loads, wiring, and interfaces.\nSupport fixture upkeep such as pogo pin replacement and connector wear, and escalate tester issues to Test Engineering.\n Required Qualifications\n2-5 years of hands-on TLA & PCBA debug experience in electronics manufacturing, ideally on switch-mode power supplies.\nSolid understanding of analog and power electronics: rectification, PFC, flyback/forward/resonant topologies, feedback loops, and protection circuits.\nAbility to read and work from schematics, BOMs, and assembly drawings; strong troubleshooting skills to component level.\nProficiency with oscilloscopes (including differential and current probes) and digital multimeters.\nExperience with programmable AC sources, electronic loads, and power analyzers.\nSkilled SMT and through-hole soldering and rework, including fine-pitch parts.\nSafe working habits around high voltage and ESD-sensitive assemblies.\nClear written documentation of failures and repairs; comfortable with Excel and MES or failure-tracking systems.\nAbility to prioritize across production, NPI, and RMA work.\nPreferred Qualifications\nAssociate's degree in Electronics Technology or similar - or equivalent military/vocational training and hands-on experience.\nCurrent IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification.\nExperience supporting NPI builds or RMA/failure analysis in a contract or OEM manufacturing environment.\nFamiliarity with 8D, 5-Why, and corrective action processes.\nExperience maintaining functional test fixtures or automated test stations.\nExperience in an ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 (medical) regulated environment.\nBackground & Knowledge Areas\nIdeal candidates will bring practical understanding in the following areas:\nPower electronics fundamentals - switch-mode conversion, isolation, protection circuits, and how these show up as failure modes.\nDebug methodology - systematic fault isolation, signal tracing, and component-level verification on energized and de-energized boards.\nWorkmanship - IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria, rework techniques, and common solder and assembly defects.\nSafety - high-voltage and ESD practices for working on energized power assemblies.\nTools & Equipment\nMeasurement - oscilloscopes, differential and current probes, DMMs\nPower test - programmable AC sources, electronic loads, power analyzers\nRework - soldering and hot-air rework stations, microscopes\n Systems - MES / failure-tracking database, Microsoft 365 (Excel)\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\nBased on-site at our US manufacturing facility (no remote work), day shift; time split between the debug lab and the production floor.\nWork around energized high-voltage assemblies, test stations, and chemicals (solder, flux); adherence to ESD, high-voltage, and safety procedures required. PPE provided.\nAbility to sit or stand at a bench for extended periods, perform fine-pitch work under magnification, and lift up to [25] lbs.\nOccasional flexibility to support builds and production issues outside standard hours.\n XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.\nWe also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:\n100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time Employee-only coverage; you share the cost of coverage for your dependents\nCompany Paid Bonus (Percentage dependent on Company profitability)\nCompany 401(k) Match (up to 6%)\nMental Health Benefits\nPaid Time Off (Accrued per pay period starting at 3 weeks per year)\n13 Company Paid Holidays \nPaid Time Off for Volunteer Work (up to 8 hours per year)\nEmployer Paid Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance \nVeterinary Pet Insurance\nCompany Social Events held throughout the year\nA Friendly Culture Where People Collaborate and Strive for Excellence\nAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO 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