
Senior Test Engineer
Semtech • George Town, Penang, Malaysia
**Role & seniority: ** Sr Test Engineer (System Protection NPI team); reports to Sr Test Engineering Manager.
**Stack/tools: **
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ATE: Teradyne J750 / UltraFLEX / ETS, Advantest V93000, Cohu (or similar)
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Test program dev: IG-XL, SmartTest, C++, Python
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EDA/layout: Altium Designer (advantage); understanding of EDA tools
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Reliability/test methods: HTOL, TC, HAST; DFT/testability analysis
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Quality/process: Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC
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Data analysis: statistical analysis/yield optimization; correlation studies
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Develop end-to-end production + characterization test solutions (hardware + software + debugging) for new products, optimized for lowest test time/cost.
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Perform ATE-to-bench correlation and ensure robustness (e.g., spike checking, R&R).
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Lead test transfer to Reliability and then Production environments, including production support during REL.
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Must-have skills:
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Deep PMIC knowledge (buck/boost, LDOS, hot switch controllers) and/or related power/analog expertise.
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Analog/mixed-signal test methodology; parametric + functional characterization.
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Strong ATE experience (programming + bring-up) and correlation (ATE-to-bench/ATE-to-ATE/wafer-to-final).
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Reliability testing knowledge (HTOL/TC/HAST) and test development for NPI.
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Statistical/yield optimization; DFT/testability; correlation + document
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Full Description
Job Summary
- Responsible for the design and development of leading-edge System Protection Test solutions. The Sr Test Engineer reports directly to the Sr. Test Engineering Manager and interfaces with Design, Applications, Marketing, and Product Engineers. The Sr Test Engineer is responsible for all phases of new product test development life-cycle from definition through production release for new products in development in the System Protection NPI team. This includes the development of full production and characterization test solutions including hardware design, layout, software design, debugging, ATE to bench correlation, test solution robustness testing (spike checking, R&R checks, etc), and full test transfer to production environment all with the optimal test time for lowest product cost.
Responsibilities
- Full test transfer to Reliability testing environment including test support during REL for all test solutions in the SP NPI team.
- Develop characterization and production final test solutions for System Protection NPI products
- Design test hardware, software, and debug each
- ATE to bench correlation
- Test solution robustness (spike checking, R&R checks, etc)
- Test documentation using phase review system
- Develop new test methods for improved test time, product robustness, and quality
- Full test transfer to Production test environment
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering or related field and 10+ years of experience as a Test Engineer, Electrical Engineer or related occupation in the semiconductor industry
Qualifying experience should include the following areas
- Deep understanding of PMIC architectures (buck/boost converters, LDOS, etc) and/or Hot Switch controllers
- Knowledge of analog/mixed-signal test methodologies
ATE (Automatic Test Equipment) experience: Teradyne (J750, UltraFLEX, ETS), Advantest (V93000), Cohu, etc. Knowledge of reliability testing (HTOL, TC, HAST) Test program development (IG-XL, SmartTest, C++, Python) Understanding of EDA tool. Knowledge of Altium Designer is an advantage Parametric testing, functional testing, and characterization Statistical analysis and yield optimization DFT (Design for Test) and testability analysis Correlation studies (ATE-to-bench, ATE-to-ATE, wafer-to-final test) Cross-functional team collaboration (Design, Product Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing) Strong cross-cultural communication skills and the ability to work with global teams across U.S. and Asia time zones. NPI (New Product Introduction) test planning and execution Multi-project coordination across product lines Schedule management and meeting product launch timelines
Quality Systems: Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC Must have good oral and written communication skills Willingness to become part of a dynamic engineering team which values growth and innovation of both products and individuals. Desired Qualifications All of the above qualifications 15+ years of experience
Cost Management: Test cost modeling, COGS reduction, capital equipment planning
Supplier Management: OSAT relationships, contract negotiation
Compliance: Automotive (AEC-Q100), Industrial standards, Customer-specific requirements Understanding of DC-DC converter topologies and control loops Experience with automotive qualification (AEC-Q100) High power discrete device testing experience