Silicon validation engineer

ALTEN; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is looking for a Silicon Validation Technician in Ottawa, Ontario, who will support silicon characterization and validation activities. The role involves operating ATE systems, assisting engineers, and maintaining lab equipment while requiring strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently on off shifts. Ideal candidates will have a college diploma with 4+ years of experience, strong debugging and soldering skills, and are comfortable working in a lab environment. Must legally work in Canada.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related industry experience required.
• Strong debugging, rework, and soldering skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently during off shift operations.
• Hands-on experience with PCB design concepts and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with lab equipment and handler systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate ATE systems and Evaluation Boards for data collection.
• Assist engineers with data analysis and reporting.
• Conduct second and third shift data collection.
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Debugging skills

Soldering skills

Independent working

Hands-on experience with PCB design

Organizational skills

Education

College diploma or equivalent technical credential

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Power supplies

DMMs

Job description

Role Overview

The Silicon Validation Technician supports silicon characterization and validation activities by operating test equipment, collecting data, assisting engineers, and maintaining lab hardware. This position is hands‑on and requires strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently during off shift and rotating shift hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate ATE systems (e.g., Teradyne J750) and Evaluation Boards to support data collection.
• Build, assemble, and inventory board kits for characterization and validation activities.
• Assist engineers with data analysis and preparation of internal/external characterization reports.
• Perform hardware modifications on boards, sockets, and fixtures as directed by test engineers (e.g., soldering, rework).
• Support lab operations including shipping/receiving of silicon samples, boards, and test hardware.
• Conduct majority of second and third shift data collection (afternoons, evenings, or nights).
• Maintain lab equipment, ensure proper documentation, and follow ESD/lab safety practices.

Key Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalent technical credential with 4+ years of related industry experience.
• Strong debugging, rework, and soldering skills (including fine‑pitch components).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, especially during off shift operations.
• Hands‑on experience with PCB design concepts, schematic reading, and board‑level troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with benchtop lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, DMMs) and handler systems.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to track hardware, samples, and test materials.

Additional Skills

• Soft skills (communication, documentation, teamwork)
• Work environment / physical requirements (Test Lab, ESD room)

Other Requirements

• Legally can work in Canada
• Off‑shift hours (weekends, evenings and nights)
• Ability to assemble Evaluation Board Kits
• Familiarity with Raspberry Pi Kits
• Experience with Quality Assurance