Senior Hardware Test Engineer - Micro-Soldering / PCB ECO (On-site. West Lafayette, USA)

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Push wearable hardware to its limitsâ€"Test, break, and perfect the next era of human-computer interaction

Onâ€'site â€" West Lafayette, IN

We provide relocation packages and visa transfers (if required) for engineers currently in the San Francisco Bay Area and other U.S. hubs.

About Ixana

Ixana is a Purdue University spinoff pioneering brain-inspired wearable computing. We\''ve developed Wi-R, a patented communication tech that\''s 100x more energy-efficient than Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Join our 60-person team building the next era of real-time, AI-powered human-computer interaction.

The Wi-R Revolution

Wi-R is our patented non-radiative near-field communication technology that creates secure \"wire-like wireless\" experiences through small E-field bubbles around your body. This breakthrough enables unprecedented energy efficiency at sub-0.1 nanojoules per bit, making long-term wearable and implantable devices finally practical.

See Wi-R in action: Visit ixana.ai for demos of high-speed data streaming through skin contact: https://vimeo.com/ixana/pairing-contact-transfer

What Youâ€ll Do

• Perform ultra-fine micro-soldering (0201 & smaller), re-balling, and SMT-level PCB rework

• Rapidly execute hardware ECOs, manage lab tools, and maintain test environments

• Run functional tests and diagnostics using scopes, analyzers, and jigs

• Stress test devices and capture detailed failure logs, photos, and measurements

• Collaborate with hardware engineers to feed real-world feedback into the next design iteration

What We\''re Looking For

Required:

• Mastery of micro-soldering (0201), BGA rework, and SMT repair

• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, hot-air tools, and reflow ovens

• Attention to detail and a root-cause-first troubleshooting mindset

• EE degree or strong portfolio of real-world test/debug projects

Preferred:

• Experience with wearables, low-power IoT systems, or RF-sensitive hardware

• Familiarity with AOI, X-ray, or boundary scan tools

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: $75,000 â€" $100,000 USD (≠$145k â€" $190k Bay Area purchasing power equivalent)

• Meaningful early-stage equity

• Relocation bonus and partner job-search support

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• 5 days/week in office with flexible work arrangements and generous PTO

• Relocation support for qualified candidates

• Professional development opportunities and conference attendance

• Patent development and technology leadership opportunities

• Immigration and work visa support (for candidates already in the U.S. on a work permit)

• Full visa sponsorship (STEM-OPT transfer / H-1B / TN / future green card)

What does $75Kâ€"$100K in West Lafayette, IN feel like elsewhere?

• San Jose, CA (Silicon Valley):

Equivalent to $145Kâ€"$190K

(San Jose is at least 94% more expensive than West Lafayette â€" BestPlaces index: 233.9 vs 83.5)

• Portland / Hillsboro, OR:

Equivalent to $115Kâ€"$153K

(Hillsboro index: 128.1 â†' ~53% more expensive)

• Chandler, AZ:

Equivalent to $102Kâ€"$135K

(Index: 113.0 â†' ~35% more expensive)

• Austin, TX:

Equivalent to $116Kâ€"$155K

(Index: 129.1 â†' ~55% more expensive)

ð" All figures based on BestPlaces July 2025 cost-of-living indices. West Lafayette index = 83.5. These reflect real-world purchasing power, not just cash numbers.

Why Join Us

• Work on deep tech that matters

• Collaborate with world-class experts and industry leaders

• Own your work end-to-end and see real impact

• Enjoy a culture of speed, rigor, and respect

• Competitive perks, equity, and global exposure

Ready to reâ€'wire the future of human-computer interaction?

Apply via our careers page. In your note, tell us how you envision using Wiâ€'R to transform everyday experiences across healthcare, industry, or consumer tech.

Ixana is an equal opportunity employer committed to advancing human-computer interfaces through innovative low-power electronics innovation.

Keywords:

Hardware Test, PCB Rework, Micro-Soldering, Oscilloscope, SMT, IoT, Wearables, Debugging, Wi-R, Startup, Root Cause Analysis

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