Senior Staff Test Engineer

Renesas Electronics; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics in Penang is seeking an experienced semiconductor test engineer to develop cost-effective, high-efficiency test solutions for GaN and Silicon device families.

You will create, debug, and release test programs on discrete testers and mixed-signal ATE platforms, lead transitions of legacy platforms to new technology nodes, and collaborate with design, product, reliability, and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications

• 5–12+ years in semiconductor test engineering (depending on degree).
• Hands-on experience with wafer sort and final test.
• Programming background in C++ and VBA.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost-effective and high-efficiency test solutions for GaN and Silicon device families.
• Create, debug, and release test programs on discrete testers and mixed signal ATE platforms; lead legacy platform migrations.
• Lead design reviews and acceptance of test interface hardware from external vendors.
• Support NPI through validation, release, and yield ramp activities; provide sustaining support for production tests.
• Partner with design, product, reliability, test, and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

C++

VBA

Acco STS8300

Job description

• Develop cost-effective and high-efficiency test solutions for GaN and Silicon device families.
• Create, debug, and release test programs on discrete testers and mixed signal ATE platforms. Lead the transition of legacy platforms to new technology nodes.

Hardware Design & Requirements

• Lead the design reviews and acceptance of high-performance test interface hardware provided by external vendors.
• Design test hardware including load boards, probe heads, and sockets.
• Define test hardware requirements based on device specifications and characterization data

Execution & Sustaining

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) through validation, release, and yield ramp activities.
• Provide sustaining support for production products and test platforms.
• Lead platform conversions and drive efficiency improvements across multiple ATE systems.

Technical Expertise

• Apply knowledge of wide bandgap semiconductors, power devices, and analog measurement techniques.
• Perform high-voltage and high-current testing safely and efficiently.
• Use lab tools such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, and ATE debugging utilities.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with design, product, reliability, test, and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Organize technical data and present findings for engineering and management teams

Job Description

Test Strategy & Development

• Develop cost-effective and high-efficiency test solutions for GaN and Silicon device families.
• Create, debug, and release test programs on discrete testers and mixed signal ATE platforms. Lead the transition of legacy platforms to new technology nodes.

Hardware Design & Requirements

• Lead the design reviews and acceptance of high-performance test interface hardware provided by external vendors.
• Design test hardware including load boards, probe heads, and sockets.
• Define test hardware requirements based on device specifications and characterization data

Execution & Sustaining

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) through validation, release, and yield ramp activities.
• Provide sustaining support for production products and test platforms.
• Lead platform conversions and drive efficiency improvements across multiple ATE systems.

Technical Expertise

• Apply knowledge of wide bandgap semiconductors, power devices, and analog measurement techniques.
• Perform high-voltage and high-current testing safely and efficiently.
• Use lab tools such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, and ATE debugging utilities.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with design, product, reliability, test, and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Organize technical data and present findings for engineering and management teams

Qualifications

Experience

• 5–12+ years in semiconductor test engineering (depending on degree: BS or MS).
• Hands-on experience with wafer sort and final test.
• Programming background in C++, VBA, or similar languages

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with ATE instrumentation and platforms (discrete test systems and mixed-signal testers, e.g., Acco STS8300).
• Solid understanding of wide bandgap semiconductors (e.g., GaN).
• Experience with power and analog test methodologies.
• Familiarity with semiconductor fabrications, assembly, and packaging processes.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to organize, analyze, and present technical information clearly.

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.