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MARCH 2023 I SMT007 MAGAZINE 85 Career Opportunities CAD/CAM Engineer Summary of Functions The CAD/CAM engineer is responsible for reviewing cus- tomer supplied data and drawings, performing design rule checks and creating manufacturing data, programs, and tools required for the manufacture of PCB. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Import customer data into various CAM systems. • Perform design rule checks and edit data to comply with manufacturing guidelines. • Create array configurations, route, and test programs, penalization and output data for production use. • Work with process engineers to evaluate and provide strategy for advanced processing as needed. • Itemize and correspond to design issues with customers. • Other duties as assigned. Organizational Relationship Reports to the engineering manager. Coordinates activi- ties with all departments, especially manufacturing. Qualifications • A college degree or 5 years' experience is required. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with people is essential. • Printed circuit board manufacturing knowledge. • Experience using CAM tooling software, Orbotech GenFlex®. Physical Demands Ability to communicate verbally with management and coworkers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is help- ful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare documents. Become a Certified IPC Master Instructor Opportunities are available in Canada, New Eng- land, California, and Chicago. If you love teaching people, choosing the classes and times you want to work, and basically being your own boss, this may be the career for you. EPTAC Corporation is the lead- ing provider of electronics training and IPC certifi- cation and we are looking for instructors that have a passion for working with people to develop their skills and knowledge. If you have a background in electronics manufacturing and enthusiasm for education, drop us a line or send us your resume. We would love to chat with you. Ability to travel re- quired. IPC-7711/7721 or IPC-A-620 CIT certification a big plus. Qualifications and skills • A love of teaching and enthusiasm to help others learn • Background in electronics manufacturing • Soldering and/or electronics/cable assembly experience • IPC certification a plus, but will certify the right candidate Benefits • Ability to operate from home. No required in-office schedule • Flexible schedule. Control your own schedule • IRA retirement matching contributions after one year of service • Training and certifications provided and maintained by EPTAC