RF Test Engineer – Wafer-Level Production & Analysis

Octric Semiconductors Ltd; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Family-friendly policies

Work-life balance culture

Job summary

Octric Semiconductors Ltd is seeking an experienced RF Test Engineer to join our engineering team in Newton Aycliffe, UK. You will maintain wafer‑level RF/DC test systems, define test methodologies and drive continuous improvement across the test capability in a high‑reliability environment.

You will work with VNAs, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes and signal generators, develop LabVIEW applications, and support new product introductions while ensuring safe working practices and readiness for

Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor device testing for high-volume production.
• Proficiency with RF/microwave test equipment incl. VNAs and spectrum analysers.
• LabVIEW programming experience and test-system development.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain RF and DC wafer-level test systems.
• Define RF test methodologies including S-parameters and Noise Figure.
• Support new product introductions with test capability.
• Develop test hardware, software and LabVIEW applications.
• Procure and commission probe cards and equipment.
• Analyse test data and produce wafer maps, SPC, correlation and product performance reports.
• Diagnose and resolve production test issues and support Test Technicians and Operators.
• Carry out semiconductor device characterisation, evaluation and diagnostic testing.
• Develop and maintain test software, procedures, instructions and equipment records.
• Provide training and technical support to production colleagues.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency and safe working.

Skills

Semiconductor testing

RF/microwave testing

Data analysis (SPC)

LabVIEW programming

Team supervision

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

VNA

Spectrum analysers

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Job description

Octric Semiconductors Ltd is seeking an experienced RF Test Engineer to join our engineering team in Newton Aycliffe, UK. You will maintain wafer‑level RF/DC test systems, define test methodologies and drive continuous improvement across the test capability in a high‑reliability environment.

You will work with VNAs, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes and signal generators, develop LabVIEW applications, and support new product introductions while ensuring safe working practices and readiness for