Characterization Technician
Core
Operate up to 10 concurrent characterization test benches during afternoon and overnight shifts to ensure continuous execution of semiconductor characterization programs.
Role type
Characterization Technician (IC)
Builds
Continuous data collection and validation for semiconductor device characterization
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Test engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Hands-on operation of measurement equipment, device and board handling, ESD-safe practices, troubleshooting routine bench issues, shift handoff communication, inventory tracking, shipping/receiving support
Preferred skills
Familiarity with standard bench instrumentation (power supplies, oscilloscopes, SMUs), ability to monitor and restart Python-based automated test sequences
Technologies
Python-based automation frameworks, thermo-stream and TEC temperature control systems
Responsibilities
Operate characterization test benches and measurement equipment, manage automation flows and validate test results, perform shift startup/shutdown and safety checks, log data and communicate status to day-shift team, escalate equipment issues beyond first-level troubleshooting, support calibration preparation and documentation, monitor laboratory facilities and consumables inventory
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC
