Product Development Engineer

Altera; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera Semiconductor Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a Product Development Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and validation of cutting-edge semiconductor products across the lifecycle.

You will collaborate with design, DFT, and test teams to define test requirements, develop test programs, analyze data, and drive yield improvements. The role demands strong problem-solving, communication, and the ability to work across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in semiconductor product development, test engineering, or characterization.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics and digital/analog circuit design.
• Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) platforms (e.g., Teradyne, Advantest).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design, DFT, and test engineering teams to define product test requirements and strategies.
• Develop and debug test programs for new silicon, including characterization, validation, and production testing.
• Analyze silicon performance data, identify root causes of failures, and propose solutions for design, process, or test improvements.
• Design and develop test hardware, including load boards and probe cards.
• Perform product characterization across various operating conditions (voltage, temperature, frequency).
• Drive yield improvement activities and reduce test costs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support failure analysis and debug of customer returns.
• Generate technical documentation, including test plans, reports, and procedures.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues and drive product maturity.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Perl

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Teradyne

Advantest

JMP

Exensio

Job description

Job Details

Job Description:

Job Summary**

Altera Semiconductor Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Product Development Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and validation of cutting-edge semiconductor products. This role involves working across the product lifecycle, from initial concept to mass production, ensuring high-quality and reliable solutions.

Job Responsibilities**

• Collaborate with design, DFT (Design for Test), and test engineering teams to define product test requirements and strategies.
• Develop and debug test programs for new silicon, including characterization, validation, and production testing.
• Analyze silicon performance data, identify root causes of failures, and propose solutions for design, process, or test improvements.
• Design and develop test hardware, including load boards and probe cards.
• Perform product characterization across various operating conditions (voltage, temperature, frequency).
• Drive yield improvement activities and reduce test costs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support failure analysis and debug of customer returns.
• Generate technical documentation, including test plans, reports, and procedures.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues and drive product maturity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in semiconductor product development, test engineering, or characterization.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics and digital/analog circuit design.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or Perl.
• Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) platforms (e.g., Teradyne, Advantest).
• Familiarity with statistical data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Exensio).
• Knowledge of DFT methodologies (e.g., JTAG, scan, MBIST).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Job Type

Regular

Shift

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location:

Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.