Application Engineer - Semiconductor Devices Testing

Eurofins EAG Laboratories has over 40 years experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in engineering and scientific services operating over 900 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees with a portfolio of over 200,000 validated analytical methods. 

At EAG, curiosity fuels everything we do. Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, engineering rigor, and solving problems that matter, you’ll feel right at home here.

Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, and engineering rigor, you’ll feel right at home here.

Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from semiconductors and advanced electronics to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy systems, and consumer products. Using advanced techniques in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences, we help clients solve complex challenges across the product lifecycle.

What sets EAG apart isn’t just our world‑class instrumentation—it’s our people. We’re problem solvers, collaborators, and lifelong learners who value precision, curiosity, and impact. Here, your work directly influences the safety, reliability, and performance of products used around the globe.

Imagine the possibilities. Let’s explore them together.

We are hiring for an Applications Engineer for our Santa Clara, CA location. The Application Engineer supports the development, execution, and debug of bench and automated test solutions for advanced semiconductor devices. This role applies industry‑standard ATE methodologies and works closely with experienced engineers, test operations, and customers to support device qualification and production readiness.

The position offers hands‑on technical responsibility with increasing scope over time, exposure to real customer programs, and the opportunity to build depth in semiconductor test through structured projects, collaboration, and on‑the‑job learning. Engineers in this role contribute directly to customer success while strengthening core technical and problem‑solving capabilities.

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided for this role; candidates should be able to commute to the work location.

What You’ll Do

• Support silicon debug, failure analysis activities, correlation testing, and data analysis to help identify and resolve test or device issues
• Contribute to the delivery of accurate, high‑quality test results and reports to customers to support device qualification and manufacturing readiness
• Collaborate with Test Floor operations, engineering, management, and sales teams to develop test plans, execute programs, and address technical or schedule issues
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects, working independently on defined scope while leveraging guidance and peer review as needed
• Manage multiple workstreams under established timelines, identifying risks and escalating issues early to support mitigation planning
• Maintain clear, organized, and well‑documented technical communication with internal stakeholders and customers, including test documentation and status updates

Eligibility and Work Authorization Requirements

• The company does not sponsor employment‑based work visas for this position.
• This position works with companies that deal with defense-related activities and is subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). All considered applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR:
  • U.S. Citizen
  • U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”)
  • Political Asylee or Refugee

• What You’ll Bring

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of semiconductor device testing concepts and test methodologies
• Exposure to digital, mixed‑signal, or analog device testing and semiconductor test flows
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with interest in troubleshooting, debug, and root‑cause analysis
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven technical environment
• Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and systems and incorporate feedback to improve performance
• Experience using laboratory and test instruments such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and microscopes
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with cross‑functional teams and customers
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and basic data analysis skills (Word, spreadsheets, reporting tools)
• Collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and willingness to support team and business needs

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience through internships, co‑ops, academic projects, or professional roles in semiconductor test, manufacturing, or lab environments
• Exposure to project coordination, scheduling, or tracking tools (e.g., Smartsheet or similar)
• Experience in quality, inspection, or manufacturing test settings

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. 

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
• Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
• Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and /or fingers.
• Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.)
• Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hard-hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat and/or any other devices or equipment that is required.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
• Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.   

Employees are expected to comply with ISO 27001 standard and company requirements for Information security.  

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience. 

What It’s Like to Work Here:

• Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG community feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
• Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
• Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:

✓ Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

✓ 401k Company Matching

✓ Paid Time Off

✓ Wellness Program

✓ Education Assistance

✓ …and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all of our employment practices. Eurofins EAG Laboratories recruits, hires, trains, promotes and administers all employment-related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities, and efforts.  Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, military and/or protected veteran status, and/or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.    

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