Junior Electrical Engineer

About the Company:

Translarity is a growing leader in the semiconductor test industry, delivering innovative wafer test solutions that power the technology shaping our digital world. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, with operations in California, Texas, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Vietnam, we serve leading semiconductor manufacturers and their global supply chain partners.

Our mission is to revolutionize semiconductor wafer testing through innovation and excellence. With over 100 patents and a focus on full-wafer testing, we provide solutions that combine low cost, high performance, and fast cycle times using cutting-edge MEMS probe technology. Join our dynamic and growing team as we continue to address the evolving needs of the semiconductor industry.

What is a Probe Card?

A probe card is a critical component in semiconductor testing, acting as the interface between automated test equipment and the semiconductor wafer. These assemblies often include complex multi-layer PCBs with tens of thousands of routed traces and thousands of discrete components, supporting mixed-signal, high-speed, RF, and power-delivery paths. Precision and electrical integrity are essential for accurate wafer-level testing.

Position Purpose:

We are seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to support electrical troubleshooting, debug, test analysis, and process improvement for advanced probe card technologies at our Hutto facility. This is a hands-on engineering support role focused on understanding electrical behavior in dense, complex assemblies and driving improvements through structured analysis and feedback.

Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical troubleshooting on probe cards and subassemblies, including mixed-signal, high-speed, and RF paths.
• Diagnose faults in complex PCB structures containing thousands of components and extremely dense routing.
• Analyze failing test data to determine root causes such as opens, shorts, leakage, impedance drift, crosstalk, or component failure.
• Use oscilloscopes, VNAs, TDR, LCR meters, and automated test equipment for measurement and verification.
• Support structured RCA and document findings with clear, concise engineering reports.
• Provide engineering feedback to design teams regarding recurring issues, layout sensitivities, and DFM improvements.
• Help guide technicians during debug, rework, and retest activities, ensuring accurate and consistent results.
• Participate in RMA evaluations and identify trends related to design, materials, or handling.
• Maintain detailed logs, failure summaries, corrective action recommendations, and build/test documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to electrical margins, yield, and overall product quality.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits.
• Familiarity with PCB stack-ups, routing behavior, common component types, and how electrical characteristics change in dense assemblies.
• Ability to trace signals, interpret schematics, and understand component interactions in large multi-layer boards.
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, VNAs, TDR, or similar lab equipment.
• Basic understanding of high-speed and RF concepts (impedance, insertion loss, reflections, etc.) or willingness to learn quickly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; systematic approach to electrical debugging.
• Effective communication with technicians, engineers, and production teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation habits.
• Working knowledge of MS Office; ERP/MES system familiarity is helpful.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Internship, lab experience, or senior project involving PCB-based electronics troubleshooting preferred.
• Experience in semiconductor, ATE, or probe card environments is a plus, not a requirement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status