Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer

Cohu Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer. The role involves designing advanced digital instrumentation for Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and requires 5-10 years of experience in digital hardware design. Candidates should have strong circuit design knowledge, hands-on debugging experience, and ability to work collaboratively with various engineering teams. Join us to make a significant impact in technology development while enjoying a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Five-Day Work Week

Flexible Working Arrangement

Profit Sharing

Overseas Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in digital hardware design.
• Strong knowledge of digital circuit design at gate and transistor level.
• Ability to create and interpret hardware block diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced digital instrumentation for ATE.
• Translate functional block diagrams into detailed circuit designs.
• Validate circuit behavior and performance against specifications.

Skills

Digital circuit design

Problem-solving

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Programming (C, C++, Python, LabVIEW, Verilog)

Hands-on debugging

Tools

Cadence Concept Schematic Capture

Allegro

Spice

Verilog simulators

3D field solvers

Job description

Join Our Team

At Cohu Malaysia, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in the semiconductor industry. Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive work environment where every team member feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Unleash your Potential

We are looking for a Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing advanced digital instrumentation for ATE. This role involves circuit design, schematic development, PCB layout collaboration, hands‑on debugging, and performance validation. You will also contribute to system‑level discussions and work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality, innovative solutions that meet demanding specifications.

Impact You Will Make

• Contribute to the design and development of advanced digital instrumentation for ATE (Automated Test Equipment).
• Apply understanding of digital instrumentation design concepts for test equipment (experience in tester architecture is a strong plus).
• high‑level functional block diagrams based on predefined instrument architectures.
• Estimate circuit power consumption at the block diagram level and refine through detailed design.
• Translate functional block diagrams into detailed circuit designs using Cadence Concept Schematic Capture.
• Collaborate with CAD engineers to transition schematic designs into PCB layouts, leveraging familiarity with layout such as Allegro.
• Develop theory of operation documents, define circuit test strategies, and establish test setups and limits.
• Perform bring‑up, functional debugging, and characterization of digital circuits.
• Validate circuit behavior and performance against specifications and product requirements.

Our Ideal Candidate

Experience: 5–10 years of experience in digital hardware design; prior work in test equipment development is highly desirable.

• Strong knowledge of digital circuit design at both gate level and transistor level.
• Ability to create and interpret hardware block diagrams and schematics.
• Familiarity with engineering, manufacturing, and customer requirements.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including Software, Firmware, and Mechanical Engineering.
• Programming experience (C, C++, Python, LabVIEW, Verilog, etc.) is an advantage.
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as Spice, Verilog simulators, and 3D field solvers.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills, with hands‑on laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high‑quality designs on time.
• Self‑motivated, innovative, and passionate about technology development.
• Must be proficient in English both oral and written.

Why Join Us?

At Cohu Malaysia, we offer a collaborative work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology and make a significant impact on our products and processes.

We value our people and offer them:

• Five‑Day Work Week
• Flexible Working Arrangement
• Profit Sharing
• Overseas Opportunities

Apply Today!

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and work with a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology, apply now to join Cohu Malaysia as a Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer!