Mechanical Test Technician (Jr to Mid Level)

Yoh,-A-Day-; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

MetLife Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll

Referral Bonus Programs

Job summary

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is seeking a Mechanical Test Technician (Jr to Mid Level) in Cupertino, CA. The role targets testing, validation, and failure analysis of semiconductor hardware in a high‑performance R&D lab, with pay ranging from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour.

The successful candidate will develop fixtures, collect structured data, and work closely with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure hardware robustness across mechanical and thermal conditions.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical testing of semiconductor hardware in an R&D environment.
• Experience operating lab and machine shop equipment including universal test systems (e.g., Instron), drop/impact systems, high-speed cameras, thermal chambers, DAQs, power supplies, DMMs, and fabrication tools.
• Proficiency with NX CAD or similar 3D modeling software.
• Ability to interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, and CAD models with precision measurements and tolerances.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Semiconductor hardware

Lab equipment operation

NX CAD

Reading drawings & tolerances

Independent work

Documentation

Tools

Instron

DAQ systems

Thermal chambers

Job description

Mechanical Test Technician (Jr to Mid Level) (BH-400529)

Location Cupertino, United States Sector Engineering Salary $25.00 to $35.00 per hour

Mechanical Test Technician

Seeking an experienced Mechanical Test Technician to support testing, validation, and failure analysis of semiconductor hardware and advanced packaging assemblies within a high-performance R&D lab environment. This role requires strong expertise in mechanical reliability methodologies, precision instrumentation, fixture development, and structured validation processes supporting silicon and system-level hardware. The ideal candidate operates with technical independence and collaborates closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver accurate, data-driven results that ensure hardware robustness across mechanical and thermal conditions.

Required

• Hands-on experience performing mechanical testing and inspection of semiconductor hardware, advanced packaging, or high-performance electronic assemblies in an R&D environment.
• Proficiency operating lab and machine shop equipment, including universal test systems (e.g., Instron), drop/impact systems, high-speed cameras, thermal chambers, DAQs, power supplies, DMMs, and standard fabrication tools.
• Experience designing and building custom test fixtures and setting up instrumentation for structured data collection and reporting.
• Proficiency with NX CAD or similar 3D modeling software.
• Ability to interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, and CAD models with strong attention to precision measurements and tolerances.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in fast-paced development cycles while maintaining strong communication.
• Experience working in a lab environment and lab maintenance as well as documentation skills.

Pluses

• Experience with LabVIEW and NI-based data acquisition systems.
• Background in semiconductor package reliability testing, including thermal cycling, warpage, shock, and vibration.
• Experience using optical or digital metrology systems for surface, flatness, profile, and tolerance measurements.
• Experience developing structured validation plans and documentation.

Estimated Min Rate: $25.00

Estimated Max Rate: $35.00/hr+. Depends on work experience.

What’s In It for You?

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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