Test Maintenance Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corp.; Kulim; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corp. seeks a Test Maintenance Engineer to maintain and troubleshoot semiconductor test equipment to ensure reliable production operations in Kulim, Malaysia.

You will focus on equipment availability, diagnose hardware issues, and drive improvements to boost yield, uptime and test performance across complex test platforms. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, a solid grounding in circuits, and hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Basic understanding of electronic circuits and test equipment fundamentals.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot semiconductor test equipment and test hardware to support production operations.
• Perform repair, calibration, and preventive maintenance activities for testers and test boards.
• Drive root cause investigation and resolution of issues impacting production, yield, and test performance.
• Coordinate equipment repair, recovery, and issue resolution activities to minimize manufacturing downtime and support production targets.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment utilization, OEE, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field

Tools

Advantest V93K

Teradyne ETS364/800

SPEA

Basic scripting

Job description

The Test Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting semiconductor test equipment and hardware to ensure reliable production operations. The role focuses on equipment availability and performance, drives root cause resolution of hardware-related issues, and leads continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, availability, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot semiconductor test equipment and test hardware to support production operations.
• Perform repair, calibration, and preventive maintenance activities for testers and test boards.
• Drive root cause investigation and resolution of issues impacting production, yield, and test performance.
• Coordinate equipment repair, recovery, and issue resolution activities to minimize manufacturing downtime and support production targets.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment utilization, OEE, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Must have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Basic understanding of electronic circuits and test equipment fundamentals.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to drive corrective actions.

Good to have

• Experience or internship exposure in semiconductor test equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Advantest V93K, Teradyne ETS364/800, SPEA or similar test platforms.
• Basic programming or scripting skills for diagnostics and automation.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

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?

Diversity & Inclusion

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.