Application Engineer

Nexustest Technology; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is looking for a skilled Application Engineer to support pre/post-sales activities. This hybrid role requires over 3 years of experience in semiconductor testing and test application development. Responsibilities include leading benchmark projects, providing technical expertise in the field, and collaborating with sales teams to drive customer satisfaction. Fluency in English and Mandarin is required. Candidates must be adaptable, able to work under pressure, and willing to travel frequently, particularly to China and Southeast Asia.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of experience in WAT or semiconductor testing.
• Strong foundational knowledge in test measurement techniques.
• Hands-on experience with test application development.

Responsibilities

• Lead benchmark projects and ensure smooth delivery of demo systems.
• Provide consultative support to customers.
• Collaborate with sales teams to meet business objectives.

Skills

WAT or equivalent semiconductor testing experience

Test and measurement proficiency

Programming (C/Python/Basic/Script)

Data analytical skills

Customer communication skills

Bilingual in English and Mandarin

Tools

DMM

LCR

Oscilloscope

Signal Analyzer

Job description

This is a full-time hybrid role as a Application Engineer at Marketing Department, based in Malaysia or Singapore. This position is responsible for providing pre/post-sales technical support, code development, product recommendations and testing services to drive innovation and quality in products and solutions alongside our worldwide customers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Wafer Acceptance Test (WAT) and Silicon Photonic (SiPh) application test expert by offering technical expertise and problem-solving solutions.
• Lead the benchmark project and ensure the smooth execution of project until final delivery of demo system and final acceptance.
• Deliver products, services, and consultative support to both prospective and existing customers.
• Collaborate with the regional sales team to meet or exceed sales support and business development objectives.
• Understand customer requirements and provide feedback to corporate on product features, future developments, issues, success stories, and competitive intelligence.

Qualifications

• Possess over 3 years of experience in WAT or equivalent semiconductor test.
• Be proficient in test and measurement, with a strong foundational knowledge and a deep understanding of SMU (Source Measure Units), electrical signal stimulation, and measurement techniques.
• Have hands-on experience in test application development using programming languages (C/Python/Basic/Script), and data analytical skillsets.
• Experience in dealing with various instruments (DMM, LCR, Scope, Signal Analyzer, etc.) and wafer material handling probers to conduct various electronic or photonic measurement.
• Demonstrate excellent customer communication and coordination skills, with the ability to quickly learn new technical areas. Possess a strong sense of responsibility and accountability, the capability to work under pressure, and the flexibility to travel frequently, including trips to China and Southeast Asia.
• Be fluently bilingual in both English and Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.