PCB Data Translator

Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
Work Arrangement: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Pay Range: $28.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience
Department: Engineering

Pentagon EMS, a StenTech company, designs and manufactures EMS tooling for electronics assemblers across the USA and Canada, including wave solder fixtures, selective solder pallets, SMT support fixtures, reflow carriers, and other custom process fixtures.

Our customers count on us for fast, accurate turnaround, and every order starts with the PCB data our translators prepare.

Position Summary

The PCB Data Translator converts customer-provided design files into detailed data the Engineering department uses to develop assembly tooling. This position reviews Gerber, ODB++, IPC-2581, and 3D component data.

The PCB Data Translator works closely with Sales and Engineering and serves as the first line of defense against data errors reaching production.

Key Responsibilities

• Import and verify customer PCB data (Gerber RS-274X, ODB++, IPC-2581, centroid/BOM, and STEP files) for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify board outlines, panel layouts, component heights, and keep-out areas needed for each fixture.
• Flag data issues, missing files, or design risks and resolve them with customers through Sales.
• Meet daily turnaround commitments, including rush orders.
• Maintain customer-specific design preferences.
• Support quality investigations and corrective actions tied to data or design errors.
• Suggest process and template improvements that reduce design time and errors.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pentagon EMS | A StenTech Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.