Principal Test Engineer - Product Development

Analog Devices; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company located in Limerick is looking for a Principal Test Engineer to design and develop high-performance test solutions for analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have over 5 years of experience in testing and debugging circuits. Responsibilities include developing test solutions, engaging manufacturing sites globally, and managing project schedules effectively. Opportunities for growth and involvement in new product development await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience analyzing and debugging analog and digital circuits.
• Experience designing solutions for Automated Test Equipment.
• Familiarity with Unix OS and bench top instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop product test solutions for performance verification.
• Design and debug cost-effective test HW/SW solutions.
• Engage local and offshore manufacturing to resolve test issues.
• Manage project schedules for product release alignment.

Skills

Analog/digital circuit analysis and debugging

C/C++/Visual Basic programming

Designing multi-site hardware and software solutions

Use of Orcad and Cadence Allegro

Statistical data analysis

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

Master’s degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Orcad

Cadence Allegro

Microsoft Office

Job description

Principal Test Engineer - Product Development

The INS ATE Development Sustaining team located in Limerick is currently seeking an experienced Test Engineer to design and develop high-performance test solutions on Automated Test Equipment for first silicon verification, characterization, qualification and manufacturing of precision mixed‑signal products.

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 to define and develop test methodologies, test plans, test modes, SCAN and IDDq test.
• Define test schematics, work with layout engineers in designing printed circuit boards for multi‑site test HW.
• Debug test programs, correlate production test solutions to engineering bench measurements, and transfer 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.
• Participate in new product development teams and evaluate new test systems for future applications.
• Manage and maintain project schedules that align with product introduction and release dates.

Required Skills and Coursework Desired

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

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State – Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Applicants may have to go through an export licensing review process unless they are U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents or protected individuals.

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

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days