Test Engineer

Semtech; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Semtech in Ipoh, Malaysia, invites applications for an engineering role supporting test hardware development, software development, circuit validation, and project execution to drive NPI and sustaining programs.

You will contribute to PCB design, software automation, data collection, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product introduction and ongoing reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Computer/Software Engineering or related field
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics
• Basic knowledge of software development principles and programming concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Fresh graduate or 0–1 year related experience

Responsibilities

• Test Hardware Development: PCB schematic capture and layout for reliability and test boards
• Software Development & Automation: develop and maintain productivity tools and automate workflows
• Circuit Design & Validation: validate and troubleshoot circuit designs and document results
• Project Execution & Documentation: create test plans, validation matrices, and reports and support cross-functional teams

Skills

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Software development basics

Problem-solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/EC/Mechatronics/CE/SE

Tools

Altium Designer

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Provides engineering support to the Test Development Engineering team through test hardware development, software development, circuit validation, and project execution activities supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and sustaining programs.

Responsibilities

Test Hardware Development (35%)

• PCB schematic capture for reliability and test boards
• PCB layout for reliability and test boards
• Component and PCB library creation and maintenance
• Support hardware design reviews and documentation
• Support hardware architecture standardization initiatives

Software Development & Automation (30%)

• Develop and maintain software tools to improve engineering productivity
• Support automation of engineering workflows and test-related processes
• Develop utilities for data collection, analysis, reporting, and visualization
• Maintain and enhance internally developed engineering applications

Circuit Design & Validation (20%)

• Validate and troubleshoot custom circuitry
• Solder and desolder prototype circuits and components
• Perform bench evaluation, measurement, and verification of hardware designs
• Document validation results and recommendations

Project Execution & Documentation (15%)

• Support AER lot execution and monitoring
• Maintain PLM documentation and engineering records
• Create and maintain test plans, validation matrices, and engineering reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project execution

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Basic knowledge of software development principles and programming concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Fresh graduate or 0-1-year related experience

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer).
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C#, Python, VB.NET, or similar.
• Familiarity with software development, scripting, and automation concepts.
• Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
• Knowledge of semiconductor test, product qualification, or reliability testing concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).