Staff Test Engineer

Power Integrations; George Town; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Integrations in Penang, Malaysia seeks a highly autonomous Staff Test Engineer to own PCBAs test development and production support. You will design test solutions, update test programs, and support EMS test operations across multiple tester platforms.

Ideal candidate has 12+ years of PCBA test development experience, strong electronics knowledge, and proficiency in LabVIEW, Python, and C/C++. Travel to EMS locations in the Far East may occur up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Education: BSc/MSc in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience: 12+ years in PCBA test development and production support.
• Technical: strong electronics, analog and mixed-signal design knowledge.
• Software: labs for test programming in LabVIEW, TestStand; Python, LabWindows/CVI, C, C++, C#.
• Experience with automated test platforms (Teradyne Spectrum/TestStation, ICT/FCT).
• PCB design proficiency in Altium Designer; familiarity with Django and SQL is a plus.
• Travel willingness up to 10% to EMS locations in Far East.

Responsibilities

• Design complete Teradyne TestStation TSLH test solutions (hardware and software).
• Sustain production by supporting EMS tester systems and troubleshooting.
• Implement test programs and fixtures for new PCBAs and transformers.
• Prepare test programs, reports, and process documentation (MSA, Cp/Cpk).
• Develop internal test automation tools and data management with Python/Django.
• Drive continuous improvement of test programs and workflows.
• Lead EMS tester deployment and buy-off at subcontractors and EMS facilities.
• Coordinate with Test Engineering team in Biel, Switzerland on software initiatives.
• Execute tasks independently from concept to production release.

Skills

LabVIEW

TestStand

Python

C

C++

C#

Django

SQL

Education

BSc/MSc in Electronics/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Teradyne TestStation TSLH

Konrad LeonBench

Vitrek 951i

MPS TPP15

Microtest 5267

Teradyne Spectrum/TestStation

Keysight Medalist i3070/Agilent 3070

Takaya/SPEA Flying Probe

Altium Designer

LabWindows/CVI

Job description

Job Title: Staff Test Engineer

Description

Job Title: Staff Test Engineer

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly autonomous and proactive Staff Test Engineer for PCBA test development. The ideal candidate will take ownership of designing test solutions, updating test programs, and supporting EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) test operations.

Experience Level: Minimum 12 years of experience in PCBA test development and production support.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Development: Design complete Teradyne TestStation TSLH test solutions (hardware and software) for ICT/FCT/ISP to test our PCBAs in series production. Take full ownership from concept to production release at the EMS.
• Test Sustaining: Provide production support for existing Teradyne TestStation TSLH, Konrad LeonBench, Vitrek 951i, MPS TPP15, and Microtest 5267 test systems at the EMS. Provide remote production support for tester troubleshooting and yield analysis.
• New Variants Implementation: Implement test programs and test fixtures (loadboard and jigs) for new variants of PCBAs and transformers.
• Documentation & Quality: Prepare comprehensive test programs and process documentation (DFT reports, test specifications, test reports, test release procedures, etc.). Perform Gage R&R, Cp/Cpk Capability and MSA (Measurement System Analysis) reporting.
• Automation & Tools: Develop internal test automation tools and backend data management systems using Python and Django framework.
• Continuous Improvement & Support: Drive continuous improvement of current test programs and production workflows.
• EMS Management & Deployment: Manage and oversee EMS test operations. Lead the release, installation, and buy-off of new testers at subcontractor and EMS facilities.
• Global Coordination: Work closely with the Test Engineering team in Biel, Switzerland to coordinate and align on other on-going software and test development initiatives.
• Independent Execution & Self-Learning: Work highly independently with minimal supervision, driving projects from inception to completion. Possess strong self-learning capabilities, able to master new technologies, tools, and processes independently without formal training.
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Education: BSc or MSc degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience in test development for PCBA, electrical components and integrated circuits.
• Technical Expertise: Strong expertise in electronics, analog, and mixed-signal circuit design.
• Software & Programming: Proven experience in programming test sequences in LabView and TestStand (NI certification such as CLD/CLA/CTD/CTA is highly advantageous). Proficient in Python, LabWindows/CVI, C, C++ and C#. Experience in Django framework and SQL database is an advantage.
• Platform Proficiency: Advanced skills in ICT and FCT programming on automated test platforms such as Teradyne Spectrum/TestStation, Keysight Medalist i3070/Agilent 3070. Takaya/SPEA Flying Probe a plus.
• PCB Design: Proficient in PCB design and layout using Altium Designer.
• Hands-on Skills: Extensive hands-on experience in electronics circuit design, test fixture development, and complex PCBA failure analysis.
• Industry Standards: Experience testing automotive-grade PCB assemblies, with a solid understanding of VDA and IATF requirements. Familiarity with Partial Discharge Testing and Transformer Safety Testing is a strong plus.
• Communication: Excellent command of spoken and written English, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues clearly.
• Travel: Willingness to travel to EMS locations in the Far East up to 10% of the time.