Semiconductor Test Technician

MACOM; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM is seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Semiconductor Test Technician to support wafer-level electrical testing and production activities. The technician will operate test systems and perform inspections in a cleanroom environment.

This role requires strong attention to detail and good communication skills, as well as a minimum of 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience. Candidates must be able to follow strict safety protocols and work a compressed schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication or related fields.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and follow strict safety and procedural requirements.
• Solid computer and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate wafer-level electrical test equipment.
• Perform routine product testing and visual inspection.
• Accurately enter data into quality tracking systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification

Job description

Company Overview

MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication, and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and sales offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. MACOM is certified to the ISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental management standard.

Position Summary

MACOM is seeking a self‑motivated and detail‑oriented Semiconductor Test Technician to support wafer‑level electrical test, inspection, and production activities in a cleanroom manufacturing environment. The technician will operate test systems, handle wafers safely, perform routine inspections, document results accurately, and help ensure that product moves through the fab with the required quality, reliability, and schedule discipline. This role requires strong attention to detail, good computer skills, effective communication, and the ability to follow controlled procedures in a fast‑paced production setting.

Essential Functions

• Set up, load, operate, and monitor wafer‑level electrical test equipment and related production tools in accordance with documented procedures.
• Perform routine product testing, data collection, visual inspection, wafer handling, and disposition support while maintaining a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Review test results, identify abnormal conditions, and escalate failures, trends, equipment issues, or documentation concerns to manufacturing leadership, engineering, equipment, or quality teams.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, ESD requirements, chemical safety rules, PPE expectations, and all applicable manufacturing procedures.
• Accurately enter data into manufacturing, test, quality, or tracking systems and support production priorities through clear communication and efficient work movement.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication, electrical test, inspection, electronics, medical device, aerospace, or another high‑reliability manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and follow strict safety, quality, documentation, and procedural requirements.
• Solid computer, basic math, written communication, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to enter data accurately and understand test results, specifications, and production documentation.
• Ability to work a compressed work week shift from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including schedule flexibility based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wafer‑level electrical test, probe systems, parametric test, DC test, PCM test, metrology, AOI, inspection, or semiconductor manufacturing execution systems.
• Familiarity with semiconductor wafer handling, cleanroom practices, ESD controls, SPC, test specifications, and controlled documentation.
• Experience identifying abnormal test results, equipment issues, product defects, or process concerns and escalating them appropriately.
• Experience supporting engineering qualifications, product transfers, new tool releases, or process improvement activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technicians, supervisors, engineers, equipment teams, and quality personnel.

Key Competencies

• Safety‑first mindset and commitment to procedural compliance
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Quality‑focused decision making and timely escalation
• Clear communication across shifts and functions
• Ownership, adaptability, reliability, and continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

EEO

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

ITAR

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Hourly Range

The hourly range for this position is $19.00 – $23.00 per hour. Actual salary offered to candidates will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.