Test Engineer

semtech; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Semtech in Malaysia seeks a Test Development engineer to support NPI and sustaining programs through hardware, software, and circuit validation work.

You will contribute to test hardware development, software tool creation, and circuit verification while documenting findings and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer 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.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• 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 tools to improve engineering productivity and automate workflows.
• Circuit Design & Validation: validate and troubleshoot custom circuitry and document results.
• Project Execution & Documentation: maintain PLM records and create test plans and reports.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving

Strong communication

Fresh graduate / 0-1 year experience

Teamwork

Basic electronics knowledge

Software development concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Oscilloscope

Digital Multimeter

Logic Analyzer

Power Supply

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).