CAM/CAD Technician

Job Summary

Vicor is expanding to vertically integrate core printed circuit board operations.  As such, we are seeking a candidate to support front end imaging operations.  Knowledge related to LED imaging, CAD/CAM based programming, optical measurement systems and handling equipment is a plus. The candidate will be responsible for gathering design data and assisting in imaging setup, testing and processing through image automation.      

Job Description

•    Work under the supervision and guidance of the CAD/CAM engineering lead, to support daily operation requirements
o    Learn the current CAD/CAM package tooling process, scripts, tools etc. to support vertical integration.  Train to be able to tool data packages in CAM software.
o    Read in design files in various formats such as .dxf and Gerber using software design tools.
o    Coordinate internal files to create daily CAD/CAM packages for the in-house facility operations.

•    Demonstrate over an established time the ability to learn and be fluent in
o    INCAM to create production plating images for the MDI imager including:
    Layer scaling for etch compensation
    Fixture multi-up imaging
    Calculate plating surface area
    Tooling images for proper tenting
    Process design data using DFM functions to check for design rule violations.
    Resolve all DXF/Gerber design violations w/ the engineering teams.
o    Process routings / part specific travelers
    Create travelers for daily production use
    Process/location specific requirements (i.e. electrolytic Cu thickness, plating recipe selection, etc.)

•    Support all the hardware using the front end tooled packages
o    MDI imaging system, AOI system, Inkjet solder mask printer, LPKF stencil cutter
    Support all file generation, cropping, calibration, necessary cad edits, etc. 
o    Support daily production uptime through timely processing of both the CAD/CAM files and with troubleshooting and maintaining associated equipment hardware.  

•    Create part specific first article documentation highlighting 
o    Critical line width and space measurements
o    Process notes.
•    Assist in helping the CAD engineer to establish change order/revision controls and a process to document all front-end modifications.
•    Support all elements of production
 

Education / Qualifications

•    Minimum of 2-4 years of CAD/CAM experience
•    Experience with :
o    Circuit CAD Layout
o    Creation of soldermask files
o    Creation of imaging and optical inspection files
o    Creation of product routing/traveler generation
o    Interpret and accurately read production drawings
•    Experience in qualifying new process equipment
o    Generate equipment specifications 
    Process, maintenance  and all safety documentation
o    Perform equipment qual and buyoff
o    Process/product qual
o    Inspection to ensure conformance to applicable product specifications.
•    The ability to train and lead operators to established documentation
•    Experience monitoring process yield focused on process improvement 
o    Ability to generate, track and present process throughput and yield performance 
•    Demonstrated ability to debug hardware and software of manufacturing new processes
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•    The ability to learn and become fluent in a reasonable period of time all software and hardware tools associated with the position as noted in the job description above 
•    Solid skills in problem solving, statistics, manufacturing quality, and quality principles
•    Ability to work independently and be effective in a fast paced environment
•    Excellent writing and organizational skills
•    Ability to travel to off site locations as needed
•    Ability to move or lift up to 20 lbs
•    Flexibility to periodically work on second shift based on training, equipment debug/maintenance, etc
•    Flexibility to provide periodic weekend support based on manufacturing demand.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Vicor is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability
 

Compensation Data

Salary Range:

$53,000 - $66.00 - $86,000

Please note: This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity,