Job Description

Change the world. Love your job.

Texas Instruments is seeking an (RF) Engineering Technician to join our team in Advanced Technology Development - Device Characterization Lab. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and gain expertise in a wide range of test and measurement equipment and to develop new technical skills in an exciting development environment. In this role you will be responsible for:

• Technical functions in support of engineering activities such as on-wafer RF/DC/Pulse characterization of components during process development, SPICE modeling and new measurement development. Supporting Load-pull and RF noise figure on-wafer characterization up to 70GHz.
• Applications may include analog, RF, high-speed digital technology components, ESD (TLP) characterization and wafer testing under mechanical stress.
• Work with test chip layouts, diagrams, written, and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions.
• Conduct engineering tests and detailed experimental testing to collect technology data or assist in research work.
• Perform operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Supporting equipment readiness, calibration, lab safety and compliance.

Minimum requirements:

• High School diploma/GED
• Minimum of 5 years experience of characterization of RF components (such as CMOS, bipolar, passive devices (resistors, MIM Caps, varactors, transmission lines, inductors etc.)) for s-parameters

Preferred qualifications:

• 5 years of wafer-level characterization experience
• Load-pull and RF noise parameters experience
• Fundamental knowledge of basic electronics, basic technical science, mechanics and mechatronics, and applied electrical
• Self-driven with ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Capable of multitasking, prioritizing, and working under various distractions and constraints
• Ability to learn and understand electro-mechanical systems
• Outstanding troubleshooting skills on electrical/mechanical systems
• Exceptional attention to detail - Experience with bench and automated test equipment
• Experience with soldering - Proficient with MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Good listener and excellent verbal and written communication skills