Hardware Test Engineer

Cisco - Contract W2Hardware Test Engineer - San Jose CA Job ***** As a Hardware Test Engineer, you will be part of the quality and reliability group, helping to test and perform failure analysis of ASIC products. The ideal candidate should have a passion for problem solving and a strong technical background in semiconductor circuit testing, with skills in failure analysis techniques and root cause analysis. This role will require high level of collaboration and interaction with Product Test Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, Assembly Engineering and Foundry Engineering teams as necessary. Job ***** 5+ years of experience in Hardware Engineering, with strong testing and failure analysis experience Good understanding of Semiconductor technology, manufacturing process, Advanced packaging, Integrated Circuit test methodologies, device reliability, silicon/package fail mechanisms and symptoms.Hands on skills in FA process and techniques, methodologies and structured problem-solving techniques.Experience of FA techniques like Cross sectioning, X-ray, CSAM, TDR, FIB, SEM, and TEM is required.Good understanding of transistor functions and basic electronics.Knowledge of JEDEC IC Qualification tests and requirements is beneficial.Innovative and Creative with troubleshooting techniques.Enjoy hands-on work and working in a lab environment.Ability to work well in cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, collaborative team environmentBachelor in electrical/electronic Engineering or related field (Master or PhD is preferred)Job Responsibilities Conduct Root cause analysis of reliability tests or field failures and propose corrective actions.Develop and implement standard processes for failure analysis.Coordinate all the logistics and instructions to direct the failure analysis process and carry out FA function in a systematic way.Document and report failure analysis results to management.Function as a technical resource for failure analysis questions.Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.Lead failure analysis investigations using structured problem-solving methods to engage a cross-functional team to diagnose, resolve, and prevent future problems.Job **Job ** Contract (W2)Job ***** San Jose, CAJob ***** 1 year + ExtensionsHourly ***** $65-75.00 per hour

Created: 2025-03-02