What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Technician position at Wolfspeed?
Company Description Wolfspeed (NYSE: WOLF) is a global leader in silicon carbide technologies that enable high-performance, energy-efficient power solutions across disruptive industries. As pioneers in silicon carbide and advanced semiconductor technology, the company focuses on powering a better world through innovative materials and power devices. Wolfspeed’s portfolio includes silicon carbide materials, power modules, discrete power devices, and power die products used in a wide range of applications. Team members join a mission-driven organization that values innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful impact. Additional information about Wolfspeed and its community guidelines is available at www.wolfspeed.com.
Role DescriptionKey Responsibilities
- Build and assemble test boards, fixtures, and test systems from schematics, build plans, and specifications provided by engineers
- Perform precision soldering and rework on test boards, components, and interconnects (through-hole and surface-mount) to build reliability test vehicles
- Start, stop, and monitor reliability tests (e.g., HTOL, HTRB, THB, temperature cycling, burn-in, life testing) in accordance with test plans
- Set up and configure test chambers, power supplies, data loggers, and other lab equipment to support reliability test execution
- Perform routine and non-routine troubleshooting of test systems, fixtures, and equipment; escalate complex issues to reliability engineers
- Collect, record, and organize test data; perform basic data checks and flag anomalies or out-of-spec results to engineers
- Maintain accurate documentation of test setups, run logs, and equipment maintenance records in accordance with quality procedures
- Support calibration, preventive maintenance, and repair of lab equipment and test fixtures
- Assist engineers with failure analysis support activities, including sample preparation and handling
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab work area consistent with EHS standards
- Train and mentor junior technicians on soldering techniques, test system builds, and lab safety procedures
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- 3 years of relevant experience in a reliability lab, electronics test lab, or similar technical support role
- Mandatory: Demonstrated soldering proficiency (through-hole and SMT); IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certification preferred
- Ability to read and build from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering build plans
- Experience operating lab/test equipment such as power supplies, multimeters, data acquisition systems, and environmental/temperature chambers
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed test procedures precisely
- Ability to work day shift, including occasional overtime as needed to support test start/stop schedules
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in semiconductor or electronics component reliability testing (HTOL, HTRB, THB, burn-in, temperature cycling, etc.)
- IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification
- Familiarity with reliability test standards (JEDEC, MIL-STD, AEC-Q)
- Basic troubleshooting skills with electrical/electronic circuits
- Experience with lab data systems or LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)