Qualcomm Engineering Technician 

United States, California, San Diego 

269843953

Job Area:

Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Engineering Technician

Minimum Qualifications:

Should be self-sufficient with minimal guidance with the following tasks:

1. High school completed or minimum 2 years of experience as an electro-mechanical technician is a must. Associate degree in the area of computer and/or mechanical field is a plus. College degree in the relevant computer and/or mechanical field is not a must but highly desirable.

2. Setup and debug issues with post-silicon hardware dev platforms including development boards, form-factor devices, connectivity and power supply equipment, and thermal units/chambers.

3. Debugging system failures: Run post-silicon tests with ICs to isolate failures and discuss results and next steps with engineers.

4. Running tests on automated test handlers and systems.

5. Setting up computer automation and efficient test procedures and flows.

6. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

7. Familiar with Windows PC’s, basic networking protocols, and networking hardware including IP power switches.

Responsibilities

• Prepare new robotic pick-and-place handlers for use by test and debug engineers.

• Install changeover kits to allow handlers to service a variety of different projects.

• Ensure lab cleanliness, safety, and organization.

• Manage inventory of parts and tools.

• Troubleshoot faulty electrical and mechanical systems pertaining to handlers and their inputs.

• Work with engineers and SOC bring-up team to assess existing inventory and place and follow up on new orders.

• Manage inventory of parts and tools.

• Support lab service requests from engineer teams.

• Ensure lab cleanliness, safety, and organization.

• Assist with R&D effort on lab initiatives.

• Troubleshoot faulty electrical and mechanical systems pertaining to handlers and their inputs.

• Prepare new robotic pick-and-place handlers for use by test and debug engineers.

• Install changeover kits to allow handlers to service a variety of different projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• 5+ years of basic electrical/electronics engineering, electronics or RF testing, or related experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 25 lbs.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range:

$28.02 - $42.02