Silicon Lab Support Technician
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · QA & Testing
In short
As a Silicon Lab Support Technician in Ottawa, Ontario, you will support ultra high-speed network communication devices by managing test hardware setups, performing equipment maintenance and calibration, and executing Python automation scripts. This role offers opportunities to learn and grow within Qualcomm's Engineering Services Group, contributing to product reliability and improvement.
Responsibilities
- Support characterization activities of SerDes devices, including hardware bench setups and measurements.
- Maintain and calibrate lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, BERTs, signal analyzers, VNAs, VOAs, OSAs, and power meters.
- Manage lab logistics, safety, and procure lab equipment, consumables, and materials.
- Support the execution of Python automation scripts for device characterization and lab instrumentation control.
- Create and maintain documentation, such as lab user guides and equipment records.
- Provide status reports on lab activities.
Requirements
- Diploma in Electrical Technician or Technology.
- Understanding of basic electrical circuits.
- Ability to debug, repair, solder, and manually assemble PCBs.
- Experience using equipment such as oscilloscopes, BERTs, signal analyzers, VNAs, and power supplies, VOA, OSA, power meters.
- Ability to manage and organize the lab, including tracking of all lab equipment.
- Minimum of 1+ year of technical or related work experience with an Associate's degree, or 2+ years of technical or related work experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Desired Qualifications
- Programming experience with Python for IC testing and automation.
- Knowledge of signal integrity and power integrity concepts.
- Semiconductor knowledge, particularly SerDes devices.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with high organizational skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated and self-managing.
Benefits
- Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
- Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
- Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.
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