Test Technician

Renesas Electronics; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics in Tempe, AZ seeks a hands-on Module Engineering Technician to support Module Product and Test Engineering for NPI and sustaining activities. You will collect data, build fixtures, rework PCBs, debug test setups, and manage calibration and sample logistics.

The ideal candidate has semiconductor bench experience, strong soldering skills, and experience with fixture construction and board-level debugging. The role emphasizes 5S and safety in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related field preferred but not required.
• 3-5 years of hands-on technician experience in a semiconductor engineering, test, product engineering, or module engineering environment.
• Strong soldering skills; Cable and harness build experience.
• Able to read schematics and interpret board layouts.
• Comfortable operating bench-scale thermal chambers and IR imaging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collect characterization, debug, and validation data on module engineering samples in support of Product, Test, and Application engineers.
• Build test fixtures, cabling, and harnesses required for engineering evaluation and debug.
• Manage bench test setups including equipment calibration, part ordering, setup, teardown, and debugging.
• Coordinate module sample logistics, including receiving, labeling, tracking, packaging, and shipping of engineering samples between Tempe, sister sites, OSATs, and customers.
• Perform PCB rework including through-hole soldering, SMT rework, board modification, and repair to support engineering hardware readiness.
• Debug engineering test setups, isolate hardware issues, and support engineers in identifying setup vs. device-under-test failures.
• Support module-level electrical debug activities including bench measurements, probing, thermal imaging, and instrumentation setup.
• Prepare and package module samples for failure analysis send-out, ensuring proper labeling, traceability, and documentation.
• Execute customer sample testing under engineering direction, including handling, preparation, measurement, and reporting.
• Maintain 5S standards and general workspace cleanliness across engineering benches, fixture storage, and sample handling areas.
• Follow ESD, safety, and material handling requirements.

Skills

Soldering skills

Cable & harness build

Bench testing

Reading schematics

Documentation & tracking

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics or related

Tools

Thermal chambers

Thermal cameras / IR imaging

Bench equipment calibration

Job description

The Module Engineering Technician provides hands-on execution support to the Module Product Engineering and Test Engineering teams in Tempe, AZ. This role directly supports Product, Test, and Application Engineers focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) for advanced power modules, with occasional support to sustaining engineering activities.

This is a hands-on execution role. The technician will collect data, build fixtures and cabling, rework PCBs, debug test setups, manage bench equipment calibration schedules, coordinate module sample logistics, execute customer sample testing, support module electrical debug, and maintain a clean and organized engineering workspace.

The ideal candidate is a semiconductor-experienced technician who is comfortable at the bench, works well with engineers, and has board rework and fixture construction experience.

Renesas Electronics, a leading global semiconductor company, is rapidly scaling its AI-focused power delivery business. Products include high-performance digital power VRMs, multiphase controllers, Smart Power Stages (SPS), Vertical Power Stages (SPS with integrated capacitors and multiple silicon die), Power Towers (power modules integrating multiple SPS-equivalents with capacitors and inductors), and power MOSFETs.

The Module Engineering Technician provides hands-on execution support to the Module Product Engineering and Test Engineering teams in Tempe, AZ. This role directly supports Product, Test, and Application Engineers focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) for advanced power modules, with occasional support to sustaining engineering activities.

This is a hands-on execution role. The technician will collect data, build fixtures and cabling, rework PCBs, debug test setups, manage bench equipment calibration schedules, coordinate module sample logistics, execute customer sample testing, support module electrical debug, and maintain a clean and organized engineering workspace.

The ideal candidate is a semiconductor-experienced technician who is comfortable at the bench, works well with engineers, and has board rework and fixture construction experience.

Renesas Electronics, a leading global semiconductor company, is rapidly scaling its AI-focused power delivery business. Products include high-performance digital power VRMs, multiphase controllers, Smart Power Stages (SPS), Vertical Power Stages (SPS with integrated capacitors and multiple silicon die), Power Towers (power modules integrating multiple SPS-equivalents with capacitors and inductors), and power MOSFETs.

Job Description

• Collect characterization, debug, and validation data on module engineering samples in support of Product, Test, and Application engineers
• Build test fixtures, cabling, and harnesses required for engineering evaluation and debug
• Manage bench test setups including equipment calibration, part ordering, setup, teardown, and debugging
• Coordinate module sample logistics, including receiving, labeling, tracking, packaging, and shipping of engineering samples between Tempe, sister sites, OSATs, and customers
• Perform PCB rework including through-hole soldering, SMT rework, board modification, and repair to support engineering hardware readiness
• Debug engineering test setups, isolate hardware issues, and support engineers in identifying setup vs. device-under-test failures
• Support module-level electrical debug activities including bench measurements, probing, thermal imaging, and instrumentation setup
• Prepare and package module samples for failure analysis send-out, ensuring proper labeling, traceability, and documentation
• Execute customer sample testing under engineering direction, including handling, preparation, measurement, and reporting
• Maintain 5S standards and general workspace cleanliness across engineering benches, fixture storage, and sample handling areas
• Follow ESD, safety, and material handling requirements

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related technical field preferred but not required
• 3-5 years of hands-on technician experience in a semiconductor engineering, test, product engineering, or module engineering environment
• Strong soldering skills
• Cable and harness build experience
• Comfortable operating bench-scale thermal chambers
• Comfortable operating thermal cameras / IR imaging equipment
• Able to read schematics and interpret board layouts
• Strong organization and follow-through on sample tracking and documentation
• Comfortable working directly with engineers and switching between tasks based on priority

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world-leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.