Principal Test Engineer - Product Development

1020 ADBV Ireland; Limerick; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick is seeking a Principal Test Engineer - Product Development 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.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated learner with strong technical, analytical and communication skills; you will collaborate with an experienced development team and work across test methodologies, plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; 5+ years in analyzing and debugging analog/digital circuits.
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital devices; proficiency in C/C++/Visual Basic; scan test experience.
• Experience designing multi-site hardware and software test solutions for Automated Test Equipment.
• Familiarity with Orcad and Cadence Allegro.
• Unix operating system knowledge and lab instrumentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop product test solutions for High Performance Analog / Mixed Signal ICs.
• Design, develop and debug multi-site test HW/SW for characterization, qualification and production.
• Define test methodologies, test plans, modes, SCAN and IDDq test.
• Define schematics; collaborate with layout engineers on PCB multi-site test HW.
• Debug test programs, correlate production tests to bench measurements, transfer to offshore sites.
• Engage and support manufacturing to maintain yield and quality post-release.
• Participate in New Product Development Teams and evaluate new test systems.
• Manage project schedules aligning with product introductions and release dates.
• Contribute as a motivated team player willing to do whatever it takes.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Visual Basic

Analog/digital circuit analysis

Test automation

Multi-site testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Orcad

Cadence Allegro

Microsoft Excel

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, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (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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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. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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Job Req Type: Experienced Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

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. Come join ADI - a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems that matter from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare.

ADI fosters a culture that focuses on employees through beneficial programs, aligned goals, continuous learning opportunities, and practices that create a more sustainable future.