ICS Lab Technician

About u-blox u-blox is a global technology leader in positioning and wireless communication in automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. Their smart and reliable solutions, services and products let people, vehicles, and machines determine their precise position and communicate wirelessly over cellular and short range networks. With a broad portfolio of chips, modules, and secure data services and connectivity, u-blox is uniquely positioned to empower its customers to develop innovative and reliable solutions for the Internet of Things, quickly and cost effectively.

With headquarters in Thalwil, Switzerland, the company is globally present with offices in Europe, Asia, and the USA. ()

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Lab Technician to join our Semiconductor Test Development Laboratory. In this role, you will support test development, chip characterization, and qualification activities for mass production. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining test equipment, ensuring laboratory reliability, and providing hands‑on support to engineering teams in a high‑tech environment.

• Prepare, operate, and maintain test systems for semiconductor device characterization, qualification, and test program validation.
• Set up, configure, and verify measurement instruments, handlers, and probers.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on test and support equipment.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with ISO
  9001 standards for monitoring and measurement resources.
• Organise and manage spare parts, consumables, and lab inventory.
• Keep documentation up to date, including maintenance logs, equipment control plans, and test records.
• Ensure compliance with SUVA safety regulations, ESD protection, and lab security standards.
• Maintain a clean, structured, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Support test engineers in experiment set‑up, data collection, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineering, reliability, and production teams to ensure smooth lab operations and continuous improvement.

• Completed technician education in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Practical experience in semiconductor testing, electronics labs, or ATE (Automated Test Equipment) environments.
• Familiar with semiconductor test development, characterization, and qualification processes.
• Knowledge of ISO
  9001 quality systems and SUVA safety standards.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with a hands‑on, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Experience with test instruments such as oscilloscopes, SMUs, and power supplies is an advantage.
• Reliable, precise, and capable of working independently and in a team.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

• A multicultural and international company with over 60 different nationalities.
• Project‑based activities working with colleagues distributed across the globe.
• A start‑up and innovation mindset while in the process of scaling‑up processes and efficiencies.
• Flexible working hours.
• A strong learning environment and regular career discussions.
• Good benefits.
• Sport activities and team events.
• … and discover even more by talking with us!

We see diversity as a strength and promote a culture of inclusion among our employees. Our varied backgrounds, ideas and experiences are critical to our success. We strive to become a strong learning organization and are committed to providing our employees with equal opportunities regardless of differences such as gender, race, ethnicity, generations, belief.

Learn more about u-blox and its mission by watching this video!