Principal Test Engineer - Product Development

Analog Devices, Inc.; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick, Ireland is seeking an experienced Principal Test Engineer to design and develop high‑performance test solutions for Automated Test Equipment.

You will work with design engineers to define test methodologies and ensure production readiness for precision mixed-signal products. The role requires strong analytical skills, hands‑on hardware/software experience, and the ability to collaborate with global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience analyzing and debugging analog and digital circuits.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital devices; programming in C/C++ and Visual Basic.

Responsibilities

• Develop test solutions for High Performance Analog / Mixed Signal ICs.
• Design and debug multi-site hardware/software test for characterization and production.
• Define test methodologies, test plans, modes, SCAN and IDDq tests.
• Define schematics and work with layout engineers for multi-site test HW.
• Debug test programs and correlate production tests to bench measurements.
• Support manufacturing to maintain yield and resolve test issues post-release.
• Participate in New Product Development Teams and evaluate new test systems.
• Manage project schedules aligned with product introduction and release dates.
• Collaborate with offshore sites to ensure high-volume manufacturing readiness.

Skills

Analog devices

Digital devices

C/C++

Visual Basic

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Orcad

Cadence Allegro

Unix

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Principal Test Engineer - Product Development

The INS ATE Development Sustaining team located in Limerick is currently seeking an experienced Test Engineer. Products in this strategy are comprised of integrated high speed and precision signal chains targeted towards Automated Test Equipment applications. The Test Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing high performance test solutions on Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for first silicon verification, characterization, qualification and manufacturing of Precision Mixed Signal products. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual and fast learner with strong technical, analytical and communication skills. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with an experienced development team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop product test solutions for High Performance Analog / Mixed Signal integrated circuits.
• Design, develop and debug multi-site, cost effective test HW/SW solutions for characterization, qualification and production wafer probe and final test.
• Work with design engineers in defining/developing test methodologies, test plans, test modes, SCAN and IDDq test.
• Define test schematics, work with lay-out engineers in designing Printed Circuit Boards multi-site test HW.
• Debugging test programs, correlating production test solutions to engineering bench measurements, and transferring production test solutions to offshore, high-volume manufacturing sites.
• Engage and support local and offshore manufacturing to maintain production yield, high quality and resolve product and test problems after production release.
• Participation in New Product Development Teams and evaluation of new test systems for future applications required.
• Manage and maintain projects schedules that align with product introduction and release dates.
• Motivated, resourceful team-player who is willing to do 'whatever it takes' to get the job done.

Required Skills and Coursework Desired:

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree a plus) in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical discipline such as Electronics Engineering, with 5+ years of experience involving analyzing and debugging analog and digital circuits.
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital devices and C/C++/Visual Basic programming a must, plus scan test experience.
• Designing multi-site hardware and software solutions for Automated Test Equipment that minimize test cost and maximize test performance.
• Using schematic and layout tools such as Orcad, Cadence ALLEGRO.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  Performing statistical data analysis using Excel or other data tools.
• Documenting and presenting test plans and evaluation reports
• Familiarity with Cadence tools desired. Unix operating system knowledge and lab experience with bench top instrumentation also recommended.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days