Tester

HCL Technologies Limited; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech in Santa Clara, CA seeks a Component & Subsystem Lab Test Technician to support engineering development, validation, failure analysis, and lab operations. You will prepare samples, assemble and test hardware, and help with documentation and inventory control.

This hands-on role involves DC, RF, and optical testing, fixture fabrication support, and data reporting to engineering teams. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on laboratory, manufacturing, engineering technician, or test technician experience.
• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in the field.
• Experience using electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Perform EVB assembly and preparation; assemble, modify, and troubleshoot hardware and test setups.
• Solder, rework, and debug simple wiring assemblies and prototypes.
• Support hardware station builds, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Coordinate and track calibration activities for laboratory equipment.
• Generate EVT data rollups and summary reports using existing scripts and tools.

Skills

Hands-on lab

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Data collection

Inventory management

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Tools

Digital multimeters

Power supplies

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Soldering basics

Job description

Component & Subsystem Lab Test Technician

Position Summary

The Component & Subsystem Lab Test Technician is responsible for supporting engineering development, validation, failure analysis, and characterization activities for component and subsystem hardware. This role performs sample preparation, electrical, RF, optical, and subsystem testing, maintains laboratory equipment and test stations, assists with fixture fabrication and hardware debugging, and ensures accurate documentation, inventory control, and operational readiness of the lab environment.

This position requires strong hands-on technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support engineering teams through product development, validation testing, and laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Sample Preparation & Hardware Support

• Perform sample preparation activities including:
• Evaluation Board (EVB) assembly and preparation
• Assemble, modify, and troubleshoot laboratory hardware and test setups.
• Perform soldering, rework, and debugging of simple wiring assemblies and prototypes.

Support hardware station builds, maintenance, and upgrades

Skill Requirements

Testing & Characterization

• Execute repetitive and off-shift testing activities including:
• DC electrical testing
• RF testing
• Optical testing
• Failure Analysis (FA) support
• Subsystem characterization
• Collect and document die-level skew measurements and statistical survey data.
• Ensure testing is performed according to established procedures and quality standards.

Test Equipment & Qualification

• Perform station qualification and capability (gage) studies.
• Maintain and manage golden samples and calibration standards.
• Develop and maintain test documentation, procedures, and operating instructions.
• Coordinate and track calibration activities for laboratory equipment.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Generate EVT data rollups and summary reports using existing scripts and tools.
• Review collected data for completeness and report findings to engineering teams.
• Support engineers with data collection, organization, and presentation.

Other Requirements

Lab Operations & Compliance

• Maintain laboratory operational readiness and organization.
• Ensure security software, operating systems, and laboratory tools remain current in accordance with IT requirements.
• Follow all company safety policies and laboratory procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for testing, equipment, and inventory.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in:
• 2+ years of hands-on laboratory, manufacturing, engineering technician, or test technician experience.
• Experience using electrical test equipment such as:
• Digital multimeters
• Power supplies
• Signal generators
• Spectrum analyzers
• Basic soldering and electronic assembly skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience with data collection, reporting, and spreadsheet tools.
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor, photonics, RF, or optical component testing.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation tools and scripting (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar).
• Experience supporting EVT, DVT, or failure analysis activities.
• Basic machining and fixture fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of calibration and measurement system analysis (Gage R&R).
• Experience with inventory management systems and BOM control.

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026totaled $14.8billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.