Semiconductor Characterization Lab Engineer

Company Description

The Bosch Group operates in most countries in the world. With over 400,000 associates, a career at Bosch offers a chance to grow an exceptional career in an environment that values diversity, initiative, and a drive for results.

If you are interested in working on the cutting-edge of technology, working at Bosch is the place for you! Bosch is expanding its semiconductor business with silicon carbide chips in the U.S. and plans to invest some $1.9 billion in the Roseville site in California in the coming years. The first SiC semiconductors will be produced here on 200-millimeter wafers as of 2026.

We are committed to quality at Bosch. Our environment celebrates diversity and promotes career progression. We seek highly-skilled, creative, results-oriented people who can look at technology from a new perspective and provide surprising insight. We are looking for candidates who want to shape and drive innovation at Bosch.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our electrical characterization lab. As a Lab Engineer, you will oversee the daily operations, safety protocols, and tool uptime of a high-voltage laboratory. At the same time, you will perform various electrical measurements on cutting-edge silicon carbide semiconductor devices. You will help bridge the gap between physical lab operations and high-precision electrical engineering by commissioning, troubleshooting, and repairing test benches and related hardware. You will also support the development of specialized test benches for electrical testing of high-voltage semiconductors.

You will also be responsible for lab logistics, inventory management, and coordination of equipment calibration. This role offers the opportunity to work with an international team of engineers and technicians across multiple Bosch locations worldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical characterization measurements on silicon carbide semiconductor devices.

• Act as the primary safety responsible for the high-voltage testing environment.

• Support the bring-up, debugging, and troubleshooting of test infrastructure for high-voltage and high-current testing of semiconductor devices.

• Manage the lab equipment calibration schedule to minimize downtime and ensure high accuracy.

• Collaborate with the engineering team on the development and procurement of advanced testing solutions to support evolving lab requirements.

• Perform soldering, PCB rework, repairs, and component replacement as needed.

• Coordinate sample build-up logistics, including shipping, communication with external sample shops, and traceability.

• Support the team’s continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in an electronics or power engineering laboratory environment.

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals.

• Experience in using common lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, function generators, etc.

• Ability to read and understand schematics/datasheets.

• Strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively in an international team environment.

• Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of power semiconductor devices, such as MOSFETs, and related characterization methods.

• Knowledge of PCB design or Altium Designer is desirable.

• Experience using MATLAB and LabVIEW.

• Knowledge of German is a plus.

Additional Information

• This role will work on site in Roseville, CA.

• This position works Monday-Friday, additional hours as necessary.

• Indefinite US work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable

About Bosch

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)

• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce – EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

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The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $80.000-$100.000. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc. Your Recruiter can share more details about the specific salary range for this position during the interview process.

In addition to your base salary, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement plan with an attractive employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; long term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave. Pay ranges included in the postings, when included, generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, or additional benefits.