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Technician III, Lab Specialist

Semtech
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Location: San Jose, CA - Onsite

Our Team

Semtech’s Analog & Mixed-Signal product team develops high-performance semiconductor solutions spanning protection, power management, sensing, and connectivity. Our AI team is embedded within a fast-moving, cross-functional engineering organization, building intelligent systems that improve product performance, accelerate technical support, and enhance customer enablement. We move quickly from research to deployment, with direct impact on product lines used by millions of devices worldwide.

Position Summary

Our Force Haptic and Systems (FHS) team is looking for a Lab Specialist. The mission is to conduct sample characterization and post qualification tests. This will typically include 3 lots of samples over 3 different temperatures and potentially ELFR large samples tests for AEC-Q100. The candidate is expected to manage all samples and test data in organized fashion so they can be pulled out on demand. The candidate is expected to be very hands-on conducting all tests and operating the testers. We also expect the candidate will learn the maintenance and calibration procedure of the testers and loading the right test setup for different types of products. When necessary, raise flag for routine preventive maintenance or replacement parts to keep the testers in over 95% up time.

Responsibilities


  • Conduct FHS NPI products characterization and post qualification tests (60%)
  • Organize the test samples and data at on-demand status (20%)
  • Keep testers in over 95% up time (10%)
  • Preventive maintenance schedule for testers (10%)

Minimum Qualifications


  • 5 years of working experience as operators or technicians in lab testing
  • Self-disciplined and self-motivated problem-solving attitude
  • High school diploma or above

Desired Qualifications


  • Associate Bacheler’s degree in engineering with emphasis in electrical engineering
  • Organized in characterization and qualification samples and test data management
  • Timely response to call of duty to meet project time test timeline
  • Rudimentary data analysis skills such as characterization data consolidation over lots and temperature

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $30 - $46/hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.

Salary : $30 - $46

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