Semiconductor Lab Technician – Chip Testing

Lab Technician – Semiconductor / Chip Testing

Santa Clara, CA OnSite

Overview

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

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
• 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
• Understanding of:
• Digital electronics
• PCB-level debugging
• Basic semiconductor concepts
• 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