Characterization & Validation Technician

Location: Palo Alto, California — On-site

Industry: Advanced Semiconductor Technology

Company: Confidential, Stealth-Mode Venture The Opportunity We are conducting a confidential search for awell-funded, stealth-mode semiconductor device company backed by top-tier investors. The company is developing an advanced technology platform and expanding its hands-on characterization and validation laboratory in Palo Alto. We are seeking aCharacterization & Validation Technicianto support precision electrical testing, laboratory operations, equipment setup, data collection, and troubleshooting. This is a highly hands-on role for someone who enjoys working directly with test equipment, probe stations, devices, fixtures, and measurement systems. You will work closely with engineers and scientists in a fast-moving R&D environment.

What You'll Do: ExecuteDC, RF, and mixed-signal electrical characterizationusing established procedures. Set up and operateprobe stations, wafer test equipment, test fixtures, and laboratory measurement systems. Operate instrumentation includingSMUs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multimeters, parameter analyzers, lock-in amplifiers, and RF test equipment. Perform repeatable electrical measurements on semiconductor devices, wafers, test structures, and components. Collect, organize, review, and document measurement data with a strong focus onaccuracy, consistency, and repeatability. Work carefully with small, delicate devices, samples, probes, wafers, and electrical connections. Identify abnormal measurements, equipment issues, connection problems, and test-system errors. Support engineers in troubleshooting devices and laboratory setups. Perform routine calibration, equipment verification, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Maintain organized test records, procedures, equipment logs, and laboratory documentation. Help maintain an efficient, safe, and highly organized characterization laboratory.

Qualifications: Required Associate degree, technical certification, military technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience inelectronics, electrical engineering technology, semiconductor technology, physics, or a related technical field. 2+ years of hands-on experiencein semiconductor testing, electrical characterization, electronics testing, laboratory testing, or a similar technical environment. Hands-on experience withwafer test stations, probe stations, or similar precision test equipment. Experience operating electrical test and measurement equipment such asSMUs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters, or parameter analyzers. Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to measurement accuracy and repeatability. Experience following detailed test procedures and accurately documenting results. Comfortable working with small, delicate devices, samples, probes, wafers, and electrical connections. Comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D laboratory environment.

Preferred Experience: Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply: Semiconductor device characterization Wafer-level electrical characterization Wafer probing and probe stations Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) Electrical test and measurement Electronics troubleshooting Parameter analyzers and source-measure units Lock-in amplifiers RF test equipment Automated test and measurement systems Keysight, Tektronix, National Instruments, Rohde & Schwarz, Anritsu, Form Factor, or comparable test-and-measurement environments Familiarity with Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar laboratory automation tools Semiconductor, semiconductor equipment, advanced electronics, or other high-technology R&D environments Why Consider This Opportunity? Join awell-funded, stealth-mode semiconductor device companybacked by top-tier investors. Work hands-on with advanced semiconductor characterization and laboratory equipment. Become part of an early-stage technical team where your work will have visible impact. Help build a sophisticated characterization and validation laboratory from the ground up. Work alongside experienced engineers and scientists. Competitive compensation, benefits, and meaningful early-stage equity.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive base salary, meaningful equity, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the opportunity to join an early-stage semiconductor technology company. This is a confidential search. Additional information regarding the company, technology, funding, and leadership team will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.\nCompany

Description: Stealth-Mode Start-Up backed by Tier 1 investors

Company Description: Stealth-Mode Start-Up backed by Tier 1 investors