Application Engineer - Semiconductor Devices Testing

Company Description

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.

Job Description

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

Qualifications

• 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 t