Principal Test Engineer
Core
Define and deliver robust, cost-effective production test solutions for new semiconductor products from concept through mass production and sustaining support.
Role type
Principal Test Engineer (Semiconductor ATE)
Builds
Production test strategies, ATE test programs, test hardware (loadboards, probe cards, fixtures), and qualified test software/hardware for OSAT manufacturing.
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Analog & Mixed-Signal (SoC, MCU)
Required skills
Semiconductor production test methodologies, ATE test solution development, Test hardware development (loadboards, probe cards, sockets), ATE platform expertise (Teradyne J750HD, Advantest V93000), Programming (Python), Data analysis and yield management (JMP, PDF Exensio), Manufacturing release management at OSATs
Preferred skills
Experience with DFT/DFM integration, Test coverage gap analysis, RMA investigation and failure reproduction, Multisite efficiency optimization
Technologies
Teradyne J750HD, Advantest V93000, Python, JMP, PDF Exensio
Responsibilities
Define production test strategy and manufacturing test flow; Own test planning and provide testability input to design reviews; Lead test hardware requirements and development; Develop and review ATE test programs and production patterns; Lead first-silicon ATE bring-up and test program debug; Execute ATE characterization across process, voltage, and temperature conditions; Release qualified test software and hardware into production; Drive production ramp readiness reviews and close test-related release risks; Reduce test time through method optimization and improved sequencing.
Seniority
Principal, technical leadership & strategy
