Systems & Applications Technician

iDEAL Semiconductor Devices Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

iDEAL Semiconductor, Lehigh Valley, is seeking a Systems & Applications Technician to support the development, testing, and validation of power-electronics systems and platforms. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, assembling PCBs, debugging, and collaborating with applications engineers.

A practical, organized mindset in a fast-paced lab is essential. Onsite in Bethlehem with opportunities to grow in a scaling semiconductor company serving AI, battery, motor-drive and fast-charging

Qualifications

• Hand soldering SMT and TH components on PCBs.
• Ability to identify resistors, capacitors and inductors.

Responsibilities

• Assemble PCBs (solder parts on printed circuit boards).
• Debug circuits and applications with engineering supervision.
• Build small electrical assemblies (wiring) and small mechanical work (fixtures).
• Test using oscilloscope, power supplies, and multimeters (will train) following test procedures.
• Help repair prototypes and boards damaged during testing.
• Organize the lab.

Skills

Hand soldering

Electrical engineering basics

Basic computer skills

Job description

Location: Lehigh Valley (Bethlehem), Pennsylvania (onsite)

At iDEAL Semiconductor, we’re redefining what silicon can do.

Our proprietary SuperQ® technology is breaking long-standing performance limits of traditional power MOSFETs—enabling faster switching, higher efficiency, and more compact system designs across applications like AI infrastructure, battery management, motor drives, and fast charging.

We’re a fast-moving, highly collaborative team of engineers and innovators focused on solving real-world power challenges.

The Role

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Systems & Applications Technician to support the development, testing, and validation of power-electronics systems and application platforms. This role is critical in enabling rapid evaluation of new technologies, supporting customer engagements, and ensuring high-quality lab execution.

The ideal candidate is highly practical, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced lab environment, collaborating closely with applications engineers and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble PCBs (solder parts on printed circuit boards)
• Debug circuits and applications with engineering supervision
• Build small electrical assemblies (wiring) and small mechanical work (fixtures)
• Test using oscilloscope, power supplies, and multimeters (will train) following test procedures
• Help repair prototypes and boards damaged during testing
• Organize the lab

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in hand soldering of SMT and TH components on PCBs
• Basic electrical engineering knowledge (be able to identify resistors, capacitors and inductors at a minimum)
• Basic computer proficiency (Office products, some programming desirable)

Why Join iDEAL

• Work on next-generation silicon technology redefining performance limits
• Direct impact on products used in high-growth markets
• Collaborative, low-ego culture with high technical depth
• Opportunity to grow with a scaling semiconductor company
• Exposure to global customers and cutting-edge applications