PCBA Test Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Eridan
Location: Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Description:
About Eridan
At Eridan we believe in the power of collaboration and communication to achieve our mission: connect the planet to empower a sustainable, shared future. That mission is possible with our patented transmitter which decreases the cost and power required to roll out 5G by 10x when deployed globally. This is all facilitated through our offices: our Sunnyvale headquarters has big windows (even in the lab!), is walking distance to downtown and the Caltrain, and fits the entire team in the cafeteria for our frequent company parties. Learn more about our mission here.
About this Job
Eridan is seeking a PCBA Test Engineer with deep expertise in RF and electrical testing to ensure all printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) are efficiently and effectively tested in a production environment. This role is critical to maintaining high product quality, reducing test cycle times, and supporting the launch of complex electronics products.
You will play a pivotal role in developing test strategies, writing and deploying test software, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring test coverage is robust across all assemblies. If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and are passionate about designing innovative, scalable test systems, we want to hear from you.
As our PCBA Test Engineer, you will:
Qualities of a Successful Candidate
Perks of working at Eridan
Salary Range
Given our anticipated growth, we are open to hiring individuals with varying levels of experience to fill this role. Salary will be commensurate with job-related skills, experience and other relevant factors. The base salary range for the primary location of this role is between $125,000 and $155,000 plus stock options and benefits.
Eridan is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
At Eridan we believe in the power of collaboration and communication to achieve our mission: connect the planet to empower a sustainable, shared future. That mission is possible with our patented transmitter which decreases the cost and power required to roll out 5G by 10x when deployed globally. This is all facilitated through our offices: our Sunnyvale headquarters has big windows (even in the lab!), is walking distance to downtown and the Caltrain, and fits the entire team in the cafeteria for our frequent company parties. Learn more about our mission here.
About this Job
Eridan is seeking a PCBA Test Engineer with deep expertise in RF and electrical testing to ensure all printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) are efficiently and effectively tested in a production environment. This role is critical to maintaining high product quality, reducing test cycle times, and supporting the launch of complex electronics products.
You will play a pivotal role in developing test strategies, writing and deploying test software, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring test coverage is robust across all assemblies. If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and are passionate about designing innovative, scalable test systems, we want to hear from you.
As our PCBA Test Engineer, you will:
- Design and implement PCBA-level RF and electrical test solutions, including Flying Probe, ICT, and FCT.
- Develop and maintain automated test software (primarily in C#) to support production test of PCBAs.
- Collaborate with fixture vendors to validate that fixture designs meet all test coverage and functional requirements.
- Work closely with the PCB design team to ensure optimal test point placement and accessibility.
- Partner with contract manufacturers (CMs) and test fixture designers to deploy reliable and repeatable production tests.
- Optimize and reduce test times without compromising coverage or reliability.
- Balance test coverage with efficiency to meet production throughput requirements.
- Develop reliable RF test strategies and ensure consistency across test stations and sites.
- Integrate automated tests within manufacturing constraints and evolving product architectures.
Qualities of a Successful Candidate
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Proven hands-on experience with Flying Probe, ICT (In-Circuit Test), FCT (Functional Circuit Test), and RF test methodologies.
- Proficiency in writing test software, particularly in C#. Experience in other languages (Python, C, C++) is a plus.
- Strong understanding of PCB design principles and electrical fundamentals.
- Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting board-level test processes in a production setting.
Perks of working at Eridan
- Work on new technology that will make a significant impact on global infrastructure
- Ability to learn, develop, and advance within a flexible environment
- Collaborate with smart, passionate, and helpful co-workers
- Celebrate progress company-wide
- Pre-IPO equity
- 401K with automatic match
- Health, Vision and Dental insurance
Salary Range
Given our anticipated growth, we are open to hiring individuals with varying levels of experience to fill this role. Salary will be commensurate with job-related skills, experience and other relevant factors. The base salary range for the primary location of this role is between $125,000 and $155,000 plus stock options and benefits.
Eridan is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.