R&D Altanova Is Hiring

R&D Altanova, the leading engineering, design, and PCB manufacturer of ATE interface boards has openings in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and California.

We’re always looking for people who share our excitement for new technology and those who love to push the boundaries of what is possible.


Senior Process Engineer

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our South Plainfield, NJ Office: Senior Process Engineer: Provide process engineering support for AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) process in the manufacturing of PCB (Printed Circuit Boards). Interface with AOI equipment suppliers to optimize process to reduce cycle times. Review and implement any corrective actions related to AOI escapes. Project management on R&D work for Intel. KPI (Key Performance Indicators) review with Intel per schedule. FA (Failure Analysis) and corrective action implementation of any RMA boards from Intel. Production customer interface for Intel business. MPP (Manufacturing Process Procedures) maintenance, training, and implementation. Participate in daily production meetings to resolve process issues and work on new R&D Projects. Attend customer conference calls to discuss KPIs and other projects. $93,328/yr. – $108,328/yr.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Engineering, Physics, or a related field and 36 months of experience.

Job code #42287 must be referenced when applying to this position.


Application Engineer

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our South Plainfield, NJ: Application Engineer: Interface with customers regarding customer design needs, initiate schematic generation, and assist designers on layouts. Arrange “kick-off” meeting with customers and gather all the required design information. Assist Sales in acquiring new projects by giving presentations to customers about the company’s capabilities. Define PCB materials and layout rules for high speed and RF circuits. Own prototype functional checkout and validation. Part-time telecommuting allowed. $112,798/yr. – $127,798/yr.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field and 36 months of experience.

Job code #42286 must be referenced when applying to this position.


Methods Engineer 

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our South Plainfield, New Jersey: Methods Engineer: Design review for manufacturability, assembly, and testing. Create the job travelers for use in the production department outlining each process step on the basis of design and QA engineering knowledge. Utilize scripting and/or Manufacturing Change Notice (MCNs) to ensure current process practices, stack-ups, materials, and tools are in use for production. Utilize process capabilities information and manufacturers guidelines when methodizing R&D Altanova equipment. Troubleshoot with production on processing problems. Act as a resource with the production department on process problems. Carry out any related functions as directed by the Method Engineering Manager. Develop and follow current process flows for the various PCB constructions. Follow the quality management system requirements as applicable. Perform tasks assigned by management which may be outside the scope of the essential job requirements within reason. $87,795.96/yr. – $102,795.96/yr.

Education and Experience Required: 

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field and 24 months of experience.

Job code #43018 must be referenced when applying to this position.


Application Engineer 

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our San Jose, CA: Application Engineer: Understand tester instrumentation and DUT test requirements, and then define and implement the combination of tester instruments and external circuitry to implement these on the PCB. Conduct customer reviews and provide oversight of the process. Define PCB materials and layout rules for high speed and RF circuits. Own prototype functional checkout and validation. Monitor design projects and engineers to ensure that designs meet Fabrication and Assembly requirements. Build productive relationships with internal and external business partners. $151,091/yr. – $166,091/yr.

Education and Experience Required: 

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field and 36 months of experience.

Job code #43138 must be referenced when applying to this position.


Project Manager 

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our San Jose, CA: Project Manager: Manage and develop project plans for customer qualifications. Manage PM direct report activities globally to ensure customer expectation are achieved. Provide department project management and senior management support. Drive effective meetings with both internal and external teams. Provide timely resolution of issues and escalate as required to avoid delays in project completion. Provide program management department training needs and assessments. Motivate PM employees and develop succession plans as part of performance appraisal program. Ensure program-related decisions are guided by the terms & conditions of the customer’s contract. Evaluate and recommend department organizational changes and updates to standard operating procedures. Responsible for customer management and satisfaction, order management and delivery, revenue achievement, business issue resolution. Full-time telecommuting allowed. $100,000/yr. – $115,000/yr.

Education and Experience Required: 

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Business Management, or a related field and 24 months of experience.

Job code #43136 must be referenced when applying to this position.


Test Engineer 

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our Allentown, PA: Test Engineer: Perform software and hardware debug for first article Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and troubleshoot test program according to electrical design specifications. Provide on-site assistance and support the process of developing PCB test programs. Review electrical test data and conduct root cause failure analysis on returned customer failure. Perform troubleshooting of issues in PCB boards using Acculogic software XMatic, Integrator, Schematic and Allegro schematics software. Collaborate with manufacture and machine vendors for troubleshooting PCB failures and software related issues. Interact with customers to define PCBA test strategies, test documents, test validation, and interpret tests for products, systems, components, or modifications. Generate test reports and analysis of test data, prepare documentation and recommendations.  $101,026/yr. – $116,026/yr.

Education and Experience Required: 

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronic Engineering or a related field and 36 months of experience.

Job code #43137 must be referenced when applying to this position.

Senior Process Engineer 

R&D Circuits, Inc. (dba R&D Altanova, Inc.) is recruiting for our South Plainfield, NJ Office: Senior Process Engineer: Provide production support for electrical testing of PCB, which includes equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and training. Script and automate electrical test files for embedded components. Troubleshoot electrical test failures. Perform failure analysis and corrective actions to improve process yields. Conduct RMA (Return Material Authorization) review, failure analysis and cross section if required to find the root cause. Train electrical test and cross section operators. Post etch punch (PEP) process lead. Improve inner layer registration by analyzing the post etch punch data. Perform SPC (Statistical Process Control) data review for Inner Layer Top to Bottom registration during PEP. $134,618/yr. – $149,618/yr.

Education and Experience Required: 

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronics Engineering, Engineering, Physics, or a related field and 36 months of experience.

Job code #42285 must be referenced when applying to this position.


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