Internship - Hardware Technician (On-site. West Lafayette, USA)

Hardware Innovation Opportunity

Dive into hardware innovation—gain hands-on experience with micro-soldering and device diagnostics.

On-site – West Lafayette, IN

Ixana is a Purdue University spinoff pioneering brain-inspired wearable computing. We've developed Wi-R, a patented communication tech that's 100x more energy-efficient than Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Join our 60-person team building the next era of real-time, AI-powered human-computer interaction.

The Wi-R Revolution

Wi-R is our patented non-radiative near-field communication technology that creates secure "wire-like wireless" experiences through small E-field bubbles around your body. This breakthrough enables unprecedented energy efficiency at sub-0.1 nanojoules per bit, making long-term wearable and implantable devices finally practical.

See Wi-R in action:
Visit ixana.ai for demos of high-speed data streaming through skin contact.

What You'll Do

• Perform high-precision micro-soldering, re-balling, and SMT-level rework on prototype PCBs
• Assist in diagnosing board-level faults using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and test benches
• Help execute hardware ECOs, manage lab tools, and maintain reflow ovens
• Document issues with failure photos, trace captures, and test logs
• Work closely with design engineers to debug and enhance prototype performance

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Interest in micro-soldering, SMT rework, and hardware troubleshooting
• Comfortable using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, reflow ovens, and microscopes
• Precision-focused and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Enthusiasm for learning hardware repair techniques in a fast-paced environment
• Background in Electrical Engineering or a portfolio demonstrating lab experience is a plus

Preferred:

• Technician certifications like IPC/WHMA, J-STD-001, or similar
• Exposure to low-power IoT, wearable devices, or prototype hardware
• Familiarity with AOI or X-ray inspection for fine-pitch PCBs

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with performance-based bonuses
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship (if applicable)
• Possibility of equity grants based on role and status
• Hands-on experience designing hardware for wearable and biomedical applications
• Exposure to deep tech and end-to-end product development in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us

• Work on hardware that advances healthcare and personal technology
• Collaborate with experts and learn cutting-edge design techniques
• Take ownership and contribute to real projects from start to launch
• Grow in a culture that values speed, rigor, and respect
• Gain global exposure and career-building experience

Keywords

Micro-soldering internship, SMT rework, PCB repair, hardware debugging, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, reflow soldering, electronics troubleshooting, wearable devices, hardware prototyping