Lab Technician – Semiconductor / Chip Testing
Santa Clara, CA OnSiteOverview
We are seeking a hands-on Lab Technician to support semiconductor validation and testing for next-generation GPU and AI hardware platforms. This role is responsible for executing test plans, supporting silicon bring-up, and ensuring the reliability and performance of chipsets in a lab environment.
This is a highly technical, lab-based role working closely with hardware engineers, validation teams, and system architects
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Execute chip-level and system-level validation testing on GPUs, ASICs, and related hardware
- Support silicon bring-up activities, including initial power-on, debugging, and validation
- Set up and maintain test benches, lab equipment, and measurement systems
- Run automated and manual test scripts to validate:
- Performance
- Power consumption
- Thermal behavior
- Signal integrity
- Performance
- Collect, analyze, and document test data; escalate anomalies and failures
- Assist engineers with debugging hardware issues, including board-level and component-level troubleshooting
- Maintain lab organization, equipment calibration, and safety standards
- Work with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, and software) to support validation cycles
Required Qualifications
- 2–5+ years of experience in a hardware lab or semiconductor testing environment
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as:
- Oscilloscopes
- Logic analyzers
- Power supplies
- Signal generators
- Oscilloscopes
- Understanding of:
- Digital electronics
- PCB-level debugging
- Basic semiconductor concepts
- Digital electronics
- Experience running test scripts (Python, Bash, or similar)
- Ability to follow detailed test plans and document results clearly
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with GPU, ASIC, or high-performance computing hardware
- Exposure to silicon validation or post-silicon bring-up
- Familiarity with Linux environments
- Basic scripting or automation experience (Python preferred)
- Experience with thermal and power analysis tools
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
