PMIC Lab Technician - Test & Validation Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician for the PMIC Product Development and Test Engineering group.

You will perform bench and ATE validation, hardware bring‑up, data reporting, and support lab operations across the full product lifecycle. You will collaborate with IC Design, Systems, Product, and Test teams to debug silicon and hardware, ensure measurement integrity, and support NPI and high‑volume manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and hardware debugging.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Hands‑on experience with bench lab equipment and test instrumentation.
• Experience with PMIC/analog measurements and lab bring‑up.

Responsibilities

• Execute IC validation and characterization testing on bench and ATE platforms for PMIC and Analog devices.
• Set up, maintain, and debug bench test systems, PCBs, and lab hardware.
• Perform electrical measurements, analyze data, and document results clearly.
• Collaborate with IC Design, Systems, Product, Bench, and Test Engineers to debug issues.
• Support hardware/software debugging, including test scripts and instrument control.
• Calibrate and maintain bench test equipment ensuring measurement integrity.
• Assist with NPI/qualification activities and production test support.
• Contribute to lab efficiency, safety, and best practices.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Schematic reading

Lab equipment handling

Data interpretation

Documentation & communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree +1 year experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Electronic loads

Spectrum analyzers

Power meters

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician for the PMIC Product Development and Test Engineering group.

You will perform bench and ATE validation, hardware bring‑up, data reporting, and support lab operations across the full product lifecycle. You will collaborate with IC Design, Systems, Product, and Test teams to debug silicon and hardware, ensure measurement integrity, and support NPI and high‑volume manufacturing processes.