About the Role
Texas Instruments' Audio Business Unit designs the chips inside the devices people use every day - smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, video doorbells, automotive infotainment systems, and virtually any consumer or industrial product that produces sound. Our Audio BU team is hiring an experienced Engineering Technician to support silicon validation and product characterization in our Dallas lab.
This is a hands-on technical role where you'll work directly with engineers on automated test equipment (ATE) and bench setups to validate new audio IC products before they reach customers worldwide.
What You'll Do
- Operate and maintain ATE systems for wafer sort and final test of audio semiconductor devices
- Execute test programs, collect data, and document results with accuracy and consistency
- Set up and run bench characterization measurements - including audio performance, power, and parametric testing using lab instruments (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, audio analyzers, power supplies)
- Support test program debug by identifying anomalies, capturing failure data, and escalating to engineers
- Maintain lab equipment calibration and inventory; follow ESD and lab safety procedures
- Assist engineers in preparing test fixtures, load boards, and socket setups for new device bring-up
- Record and organize test data in structured formats for engineering review
Minimum requirements:
- Associates degree
- Minimum of 5 years of experience.
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to quickly ramp on new tools and processes
- Demonstrated interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
- Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
- Strong time management skills
TI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.
Why TI?
- The future starts here. As a TIer, you'll play a critical role in defining the next era of semiconductor technology and help create the innovations that shape the world around us.
- Surround yourself with a team of innovators who value your unique perspective and will challenge you to bring your best self to work every day. We believe that fostering a culture of collaboration fuels both personal growth and technological breakthroughs. Explore our company culture.
- At TI, your success goes beyond your work. Take advantage of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being at work and in life, from competitive compensation to extensive health coverage and wellness programs. Learn more about our benefits offerings.
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.
Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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