Senior Characterization Engineer — Hybrid High-Speed

Microtech Global Ltd; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Microtech Global Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Senior Characterization Engineer to lead bench and PVT characterization for next-generation high-speed optical and electrical semiconductor products. The role combines hands-on testing, data analysis and automation, with collaboration across UK, North America and Mexico.

Hybrid work is offered; the candidate will mentor others and drive improvements in test workflows.

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng in Electronic Engineering.
• 510 years' relevant industry experience.
• Strong experience with high-speed analogue semiconductor products and signal integrity testing.
• Hands-on experience developing Python-based test automation.
• Strong understanding of high-speed/high-frequency PCB design principles.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment with advanced electronic test equipment.
• Strong experience analysing large and complex engineering datasets.
• Excellent debugging, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead characterization activities for new product introductions (NPI), including test planning, equipment selection, hardware preparation and fixture development.
• Develop and bring up robust, repeatable automated test environments.
• Develop Python-based test automation and automated measurement methods.
• Perform hands-on characterization using advanced electronic test equipment.
• Analyse large and complex datasets to identify performance trends, issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate and troubleshoot complex hardware and signal integrity issues.
• Produce detailed technical reports and present findings to cross-functional engineering teams.
• Support improvements to characterization processes, automation and test methodologies.
• Contribute to signal integrity improvements and advanced test solutions.
• Explore and implement AI-based tools to improve engineering workflows and productivity.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical expertise across the wider engineering team.
• Stay current with emerging high-speed technologies, test equipment, standards and advanced semiconductor packaging.

Skills

Characterization

Silicon validation

High-speed electronics

Signal integrity

Education

BEng/MEng in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

Microtech Global Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Senior Characterization Engineer to lead bench and PVT characterization for next-generation high-speed optical and electrical semiconductor products. The role combines hands-on testing, data analysis and automation, with collaboration across UK, North America and Mexico.

Hybrid work is offered; the candidate will mentor others and drive improvements in test workflows.