Associate Test Development Engineer

SiTime; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Equity grants

EOE & E-Verify

Job summary

SiTime in Ipoh, Malaysia seeks an Associate Test Development Engineer to support validation and deployment of production test solutions for ATE and oven-based trimming/calibration systems.

Working under engineers, you will collaborate with manufacturing, OSATs, and cross-functional teams to deliver stable test solutions, drive issue resolution, and continuously improve production line performance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in semiconductor test, manufacturing, automation, product engineering, or related technical fields is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the validation and release of production test programs for Eagle ETS88 and oven-based trimming/calibration systems.
• Support New Product Introduction activities including test program development, correlation, yield monitoring, and production release.
• Perform test program verification, and optimization activities.
• Execute hardware, equipment, and system qualification activities related to test, including validation, correlation, and production release.
• Analyze test data to identify trends and support test optimization and root cause investigations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics related diploma or higher

Tools

Eagle ETS88

Teradyne

Python

C/C++

MATLAB

Power BI

Job description

About SiTime

SiTime is the Precision Timing company. Timing is the heartbeat of all electronics, ensuring performance, resilience and scalability. For decades, quartz devices, non-silicon technology, have kept systems in sync, but they struggle in harsher, more demanding environments. MEMS-based Precision Timing delivers greater accuracy, smaller size and resilience. Today, MEMS timing powers over 400 applications, including high-growth ones in AI datacenters, automated driving, industrial and humanoid robots, wearables and IoT. Our semiconductor MEMS programmable solutions offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power, and better reliability. With more than 4 billion devices shipped, SiTime is changing the timing industry. For more information, visit: www.sitime.com .

Job Summary

• As an Associate Test Development Engineer, you will support the validation and deployment of production test solutions for Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and oven-based trimming/calibration systems.
• Working under the guidance of engineers, you will partner closely with manufacturing, equipment, OSATs, and cross-functional teams to support the delivery of stable and robust test solutions, rapid issue resolution, and continuous improvement across production lines.

Responsibilities

Test Solution Development

• Support the validation and release of production test programs for Eagle Test Systems (ETS88) and oven-based trimming/calibration systems.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including test program development, correlation, yield monitoring, and production release.
• Perform test program verification, and optimization activities.

Qualification & Buy-Off Activities

• Support hardware, equipment, and system qualification activities related to test, including validation, correlation, and production release.
• Execute tester-to-tester, site-to-site, and platform correlation studies.
• Conduct engineering evaluations and collect data to support test system qualification.

Validation & Change Management

• Support validation of test hardware and software changes.
• Execute qualification plans and document results.
• Follow engineering and quality processes to ensure compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with OSAT partners.
• Participate in technical reviews, issue resolution, and test strategy discussions.
• Support manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze test and production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support yield improvement, test optimization, and root cause investigations.
• Participate in problem solving activities using structured engineering methodologies.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in semiconductor test, manufacturing, automation, product engineering, or related technical fields is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of semiconductor testing and electronic measurement principles.
• Familiarity with software/hardware troubleshooting, data collecting, and data analysis concepts.
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and engineering problem solving techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on exposure to semiconductor ATE platforms such as Eagle ETS88, Teradyne, or equivalent through academic, internship, or industry experience.
• Familiarity with oven-based trimming, calibration, or characterization systems.
• Fundamental programming knowledge in C/C++, Python, MATLAB, or similar languages is a plus.
• Experience using laboratory equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and switching systems.
• Exposure to data analysis tools such as JMP, Galaxy, Exensio, Power BI, or equivalent.

Desired Characteristics & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical expertise.
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude.
• Good communication and technical documentation skills.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and continuously improve technical capabilities.

Compensation Range

At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals—reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company’s future growth and success.

SiTime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We treat each person fairly and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment against anyone on the basis of any protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or marital status or other characteristics protected by law. SiTime participates in the E-Verify program.

Learn More about SiTime

• Innovation on Top – Philosophies of Innovation with Rajesh Vashist
• Fabrication Knowledge – An Interview with Rajesh Vashist
• SiTime Corporation – YouTube