Remote Senior Electronics Quality Engineer — AI Research & Domain Evaluation

ZR Talent Group is recruiting a qualified Remote Senior Electronics Quality Engineer — AI Research & Domain Evaluation for a 100% remote contract opportunity ($70 - $120/hour) open to candidates across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa. In this specialist engagement, you will collaborate with advanced AI research teams to design domain-specific evaluation scenarios, audit complex model reasoning, and establish gold-standard reference solutions in IPC 610 & IPC 620 Inspection, PCB CAM & Gerber Review, SMT/AOI Defect Analysis, Counterfeit Parts Detection (AS6081).

Prior experience building machine learning systems is not required—our research partners value authentic practitioner judgment, domain rigor, and clear analytical writing.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Audit, critique, and score PCB CAM and Gerber files for manufacturability, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
• Perform IPC 610 and IPC 620 visual inspections and provide detailed feedback on PCB assembly or wire harness builds.
• Analyze and document surface mount (SMT) and automated optical inspection (AOI) defect types, including the identification and root cause analysis of AOI false calls.
• Apply expertise in counterfeit electronic part detection aligned with AS6081 standards, delivering actionable insights for risk mitigation.
• Conduct and interpret advanced semiconductor package inspections using C-SAM and X-ray imaging, including die inspection and MIL-STD-883 compliance checks.
• Prepare concise, well-written reports and articulate findings verbally to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project leads to refine workflow processes and enhance training datasets for AI development.

Required Qualifications & Technical Criteria

• Demonstrated professional or advanced academic background in IPC 610 & IPC 620 Inspection, PCB CAM & Gerber Review, SMT/AOI Defect Analysis, Counterfeit Parts Detection (AS6081).
• Strong analytical writing and critical evaluation skills in English.
• Self-directed work ethic suited for an asynchronous, 100% remote research environment.

Preferred Experience & Bonus Attributes

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in electronics quality, CAM engineering, or failure analysis, specifically within PCB assembly, wire harness, or semiconductor packaging domains.
• Extensive expertise in IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 inspection criteria; IPC CIS/CIT certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing Gerber data and utilizing PCB CAM software for manufacturability and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in SMT processes, AOI defect analysis, and remediation of false calls in automated inspection systems.
• Direct involvement in counterfeit component screening per AS6081, with knowledge of risk indicators and mitigation strategies.
• Hands-on skills with semiconductor inspection tools such as C-SAM and X-ray, alongside familiarity with MIL-STD-883 procedures.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clarity in documentation and knowledge transfer.

Compensation, Remote Eligibility & Schedule

• Compensation Band: $70 - $120/hour
• Work Model: 100% Remote / Work From Home with flexible asynchronous scheduling
• Eligible Remote Locations: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Current Openings: 30 active specialist positions
• Hiring Organization: ZR Talent Group
• Core Skills & Technologies: IPC 610 & IPC 620 Inspection, PCB CAM & Gerber Review, SMT/AOI Defect Analysis, Counterfeit Parts Detection (AS6081), Semiconductor Package Inspection (C SAM and X ray)