Description
Role: Silicon Validation Technician
Location: Nepean ON – Onsite
Contract Role
Work hours for this role will begin as 9am-5pm for the first two weeks during training and subsequently be shifted to an evening/night/weekend schedule starting anywhere from 2pm to midnight / midnight to 8AM
Freshers can be considered only if they have strong hands-on electronics skills (PCB, soldering, lab tools
The Silicon Validation Technician supports silicon characterization and validation activities by operating test equipment, collecting data, assisting engineers, and maintaining lab hardware. This position is hands on and requires strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently during off shift and rotating shift hours.
Job Responsibilities
• Operate ATE systems (e.g., Teradyne J750) and Evaluation Boards to support data collection.
• Build, assemble, and inventory board kits for characterization and validation activities.
• Assist engineers with data analysis and preparation of internal/external characterization reports.
• Perform hardware modifications on boards, sockets, and fixtures as directed by test engineers
(e.g., soldering, rework).
• Support lab operations including shipping/receiving of silicon samples, boards, and test
hardware.
• Conduct majority of second and third shift data collection (afternoons, evenings, or nights).
• Maintain lab equipment, ensure proper documentation, and follow ESD/lab safety practices.
Key Qualifications
• College diploma or equivalent technical credential with 4+ years of related industry experience.
• Strong debugging, rework, and soldering skills (including fine pitch components).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, especially during off shift operations.
• Hands on experience with PCB design concepts, schematic reading, and board level
troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with benchtop lab equipment (scopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, DMMs) and
handler systems.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to track hardware, samples, and test materials.
Additional Skills:
• Soft skills (communication, documentation, teamwork)
• Work environment / physical requirements (Test Lab, ESD room)
Freshers can be considered only if they have strong hands-on electronics skills (PCB, soldering, lab tools
Work Schedule
Initial training: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (first 2 weeks)
Post-training: Rotational shifts including evenings, nights, and weekends
Shift timings may vary between:
- 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM