Associate Test Engineer

Milpitas, United States

Our client, a world leader in semiconductor industry, is looking for an Associate Test Engineer 1, based in Milpitas, CA. Duration: 12 Months

Pay Rate: $30–$36/hr

• Medical, Paid Sick leave, 401K

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM + OT as required

• Perform electro-mechanical assembly, system testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Support optics, PCB, alignment, wafer/reticle handlers, and system integration testing.
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and test procedures.
• Maintain tool schedules and meet alignment and testing milestones.
• Prepare technical reports and recommend solutions to issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support tool progression priorities.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant hands‑on testing, assembly, and troubleshooting experience.
• Technical certificate, associate degree, military technical training, or equivalent vocational training.
• Experience with testing instruments, torque wrenches, callipers, and precision hand tools.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, overtime, and weekends.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs and perform physical activities as required.

• A BSME, BSEET or similar degree in an engineering discipline is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), or a related field