Senior Engineer Test Development and Automation

Infineon Technologies AG; Kulim; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Malaysia seeks a Senior Engineer for Test Development and Automation in a high-tech manufacturing environment. You will design hardware for power devices, produce PCB layouts, and apply EMI/EMC practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive reliability and performance.

You will develop and execute electrical and thermal characterization methods for power devices, assemble and debug prototypes, and document results to support product excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hardware development experience, preferably in power electronics or semiconductor engineering.
• Strong schematic design and PCB layout capabilities.
• Experience with Altium Designer and KiCad.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop hardware for power discrete semiconductor devices and applications.
• Create circuit schematics and PCB layouts with manufacturability and reliability in mind.
• Perform PCB design and layout using Altium Designer and / KiCad.
• Apply EMI/EMC design principles and troubleshooting to optimize hardware performance.
• Work with Si, SiC, GaN power semiconductor technologies.
• Develop and execute electrical characterization and test methods for power devices.
• Perform thermal characterization and evaluate device performance under varying conditions.
• Assemble, solder, rework, and debug electronic prototypes and test boards.
• Analyze results and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with semiconductor development, test, validation and application teams.
• Document designs, test procedures, results, and findings.

Skills

PCB design

Schematic design

EMI/EMC principles

Power electronics

Hardware debugging

Altium Designer

KiCad

Thermal characterization

Static and dynamic testing

Education

BSc or MSc in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics

Tools

Altium Designer

KiCad

Job description

#WeAreIn for jobs that impact everyone's life. Optimize. Innovate. Deliver. Join us in redefining manufacturing excellence.

As a Senior Engineer Test Development and Automation in our Manufacturing and Operations team, find yourself in a high-tech world where silicon wafers evolve into cutting-edge products. In our advanced cleanroom environment, every detail count, and your expertise will help shape the future, one innovation at a time. Are you in?

Your role Key responsibilities in your new role

• Design and develop hardware for power discrete semiconductor devices and applications.
• Create circuit schematics and PCB layouts, considering electrical performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Perform PCB design and layout using Altium Designer and / or Ki Cad.
• Apply EMI / EMC design principles and troubleshooting techniques to optimize hardware performance.
• Work with silicon (Si), silicon carbide (SiC), and gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductor technologies.
• Develop and execute static and dynamic electrical characterization and test methods for power devices.
• Perform thermal characterization, thermal measurements, and evaluation of device performance under different operating conditions.
• Assemble, solder, rework, and debug electronic prototypes and test boards.
• Analyze measurement results, identify design issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with semiconductor development, test, validation, and application engineering teams.
• Document hardware designs, test procedures, measurement results, and technical findings.

Your profile Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in hardware development, preferably in power electronics or semiconductor engineering.
• Strong knowledge of schematic design and PCB layout.
• Hands-on experience with Altium Designer and /or Ki Cad.
• Good understanding of EMI / EMC principles and their impact on hardware design.
• Knowledge of power semiconductor technologies, including Si, SiC, and GaN.
• Experience in developing test methods and performing static and dynamic electrical measurements.
• Knowledge of thermal characterization and power semiconductor thermal behavior.
• Practical experience with electronic assembly, soldering, rework, and prototype debugging.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to document technical results and work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Experience with power semiconductor characterization and validation.
• Familiarity with high-speed switching measurements, gate-driver circuits, and parasitic effects.
• Knowledge of double-pulse testing, switching losses, and device safe operating area (SOA).
• Experience with thermal resistance and transient thermal impedance measurements.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, current probes, differential voltage probes, and semiconductor parameter analyzers.
• Core Technical Skills: PCB Design | Schematic Development | EMI/EMC | Si / SiC / GaN | Static and Dynamic Testing | Thermal Characterization | Altium Designer | Ki Cad| Soldering and Rework | Hardware Debugging

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in? We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity. Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Please let your recruiter know if you need any accommodations during the interview process. Learn more about our various contact channels and about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.