Product & Test Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation in Penang, Malaysia is hiring a Product & Test Engineer to support semiconductor product testing and manufacturing operations. The role focuses on sustaining production, improving test yield and quality, and supporting new product introductions.

You will work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvements, optimize test programs, and ensure reliable product delivery across industries.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities required.
• Clear communication in English and collaboration across teams.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional groups to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve test yield and manufacturing performance.
• Support daily production sustaining activities and resolve test-related issues.
• Maintain and enhance test programs, hardware, and solutions.
• Lead and support new product introductions, qualifications, and transfers.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

English communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Semiconductor domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field

Tools

ATE platforms

Test program development

Debugging activities

Job description

Job Summary

Product & Test Engineer to support semiconductor product testing and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for sustaining production, improving test yield and quality, supporting new product introductions, and driving continuous improvements to ensure efficient and reliable product delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve product test yield, quality, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Support daily production sustaining activities and resolve test-related issues impacting output.
• Maintain and enhance test programs, test hardware, and test solutions to support product requirements.
• Lead and support new product introductions, product transfers, qualifications, and engineering evaluations.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives to improve efficiency, cycle time, and equipment utilization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and global engineering teams to support business and customer needs.

Qualifications

Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, testing, or product engineering.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Good to Have

• Experience in semiconductor test engineering, manufacturing, or product engineering.
• Familiarity with ATE platforms, test program development, or debugging activities.
• Knowledge of yield improvement, failure analysis, and quality/reliability processes.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), qualification, or product transfer projects.
• Exposure to continuous improvement or cost reduction initiatives

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.