Silicon Validation Technician

What You’ll Be Doing

An evening/night/weekend test technician will perform standard testing on equipment and analyze the results. Work hours for this role will begin as 9am-5pm for the first two weeks during training and subsequently be shifted to an evening/night schedule starting anywhere from 2pm to midnight / midnight to 8AM.

Role Overview

The Silicon Validation role supports silicon characterization and validation activities by operating test equipment, collecting data, assisting engineers, and maintaining lab hardware. This position is hands on and requires strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently during off shift and rotating shift hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate ATE systems (e.g., Teradyne J750) and Evaluation Boards to support data collection.
• Build, assemble, and inventory board kits for characterization and validation activities.
• Assist engineers with data analysis and preparation of internal/external characterization reports.
• Perform hardware modifications on boards, sockets, and fixtures as directed by test engineers (e.g., soldering, rework).
• Support lab operations including shipping/receiving of silicon samples, boards, and test hardware.
• Conduct majority of second and third shift data collection (afternoons, evenings, or nights).
• Maintain lab equipment, ensure proper documentation, and follow ESD/lab safety practices.

Key Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalent technical credential with 4+ years of related industry experience.
• Strong debugging, rework, and soldering skills (including fine pitch components).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, especially during off shift operations.
• Hands on experience with PCB design concepts, schematic reading, and board level troubleshooting.

Additional Skills

• Familiarity with benchtop lab equipment (scopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, DMMs) and handler systems.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to track hardware, samples, and test materials.
• Soft skills (communication, documentation, teamwork)
• Work environment / physical requirements (Test Lab, ESD room)

Other requirements

• Off-shift hours (weekends, evenings and nights)
• Assemble Evaluation Board Kits
• Familiarity with Raspberry Pi Kits
• Quality Assurance

At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
• Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth Opportunities
• And more!

Work Arrangement :
Must be able to travel to an Arrow Client office location as requested by Arrow Client leadership.

Location :
Canada - Ottawa - Nepean (Onsite)

About eInfochips

eInfochips, an Arrow company (Fortune #154), is a leading global provider of product engineering and semiconductor design services. A rich history of over two decades, with over 500+ products developed and 40M deployments in 140 countries, eInfochips continues to fuel technological innovations in multiple verticals. eInfochips has strategic technology partnerships with Qualcomm, NVIDIA, NXP, Analog Devices, Texas Instruments, Amazon, Microsoft and Google to name a few.

Along with Arrow’s $38B in revenues, 22,000 employees, and 345 locations serving over 80 countries, eInfochips is primed to accelerate connected products innovation for 150,000+ global clients. eInfochips acts as a catalyst to Arrow’s Sensor-to-Sunset initiative and offers complete edge-to-cloud capabilities for its clients. Please visit  for our portfolio of product engineering services across various industries & verticals.

EEO Statement

Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate
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Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Time Type
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Full time

Job Category
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Engineering Services