Product Engineer

Lattice Semiconductor; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Lattice Semiconductor Philippines is seeking a senior IC characterization engineer to develop ATE test programs and characterize chip IP features across varied conditions. You will execute bench and wafer-level testing, apply statistics to datasheet parameter definitions, and coordinate root-cause analysis with multiple teams.

Qualified candidates bring 8+ years in IC validation/characterization, strong hardware and software skills (Python/C++), and proficiency with lab equipment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in ECE, CoE, EE or Physics is required.
• 8+ years as an IC/product characterization/validation IC
• Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debugging
• Hardware development experience (bench boards)
• Experience with bench tools (oscilloscope, pattern generators, DTI, multimeters)
• Experience with wafer sort, package assembly, final test
• Experience in Programmable Logic is desirable
• Experience in RTL design/verification is an advantage
• Knowledge of test/DFT methodologies (scan, BIST) is an advantage
• Knowledge of Verilog/VHDL and programming (Python, C++)
• Statistical process control knowledge
• Excellent English communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Develop ATE test and characterization programs.
• Develop characterization test plans for chip IP functions and features.
• Execute characterization across process, temperature, and voltage conditions.
• Apply statistical analysis to define datasheet parameters and report results.
• Identify root causes of product marginalities and coordinate resolution with cross-functional teams.
• Design/test circuits using FPGA fabric and embedded IP.
• Develop bench automation and data collection scripts/programs.
• Design and develop ATE and bench hardware.
• Drive product issues to resolution.
• Plan and execute testing of samples (AS, ES) for timely delivery.
• Analyze and report test yield and test time.

Skills

ATE test

Characterization

Test program development

Hardware bench

IC validation

RTL design awareness

Verilog/VHDL knowledge

Python

C++

Statistical analysis

Yield analysis

English communication

Education

BS in ECE/CoE/EE/Physics

Tools

Nextest Magnum

Advantest T2K

Oscilloscope

Pattern Generators

Data Timing Generator

Multimeters

Job description

Lattice Overview

There is energy here…energy you can feel crackling at any of our international locations. It’s an energy generated by enthusiasm for our work, for our teams, for our results, and for our customers. Lattice is a worldwide community of engineers, designers, and manufacturing operations specialists in partnership with world-class sales, marketing, and support teams, who are developing programmable logic solutions that are changing the industry. Our focus is on R&D, product innovation, and customer service, and to that focus, we bring total commitment and a keenly sharp competitive personality.

Energy feeds on energy. If you flourish in a fast paced, results-oriented environment, if you want to achieve individual success within a “team first” organization, and if you believe you can contribute and succeed in a demanding yet collegial atmosphere, then Lattice may well be just what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Develop ATE test and characterization programs.

• Develop characterization test plans using established methodologies targeted on chip IP functions and features.

• Execute characterization of target chip IP features using wafer-level ATE, package-level ATE, and package-level bench platforms across process, temperature, and voltage conditions.

• Apply statistical analysis on collected characterization data to define key product datasheet parameters and report out results.

• Identify and analyze to root cause product marginalities, communicating and coordinating root cause closure to appropriate cross-functional team (eg. Applications Engineering, Design Engineering, etc.)

• Design and implement test circuits using FPGA fabric and embedded IP.

• Develop bench automation and data collection scripts and programs.

• Design and develop ATE and bench HW.

• Drive all product issues to resolution.

• Plan and execute testing of samples (ie. AS, ES), ensuring timely delivery of tested samples to internal and external customers.

• Analyze and report out on test yield and test time.

Required Skills

• 8+ years individual contributor in Product Engineering or Si Validation / Characterization

• BS degree (ECE, CoE, EE, Physics)

• Good working knowledge of semiconductor devices and test methodologies

• Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debug on Nextest Magnum and Advantest T2K required

• Experience in hardware development (bench board)

• Experience in IC validation and characterization using various bench tools (i.e. Oscilloscope, Pattern Generators, Data Timing Generator, Multimeters, etc)

• Experience with WAT/etest, wafer sort, package assembly, final test (i.e. full backend IC process)

• Experience in Programmable Logic is desired

• Experience in RTL Design, Design Verification an advantage

• Knowledge in test, DFT methodologies (ie. scan, BIST), and fault grade methodologies an advantage

• Knowledge in Hardware Description Language such as Verilog or VHDL an advantage

• Knowledge in programming languages (ie. Python, C++)

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control

• Proficient in the use statistical analysis SW (ie. SAS JMP, R)

• Knowledge in Yield Analysis

• Excellent verbal and written English skills. Demonstrated ability to work with multiple groups and across cultures

• Good analytical and problem solving abilities

• Strong Windows, Unix, and MS Office skills

• Curious with strong self-motivation to learn and explore

Additional Information:

This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in:

Philippines

Lattice recognizes that employees are its greatest asset and the driving force behind success in a highly competitive, global industry. Lattice continually strives to provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits program to attract, retain, motivate, reward and celebrate the highest caliber employees in the industry.

Lattice is an international, service-driven developer of innovative low cost, low power programmable design solutions. Our global workforce, some 1,000 strong, shares a total commitment to customer success and an unbending will to win. For more information about how our FPGA, CPLD and programmable power management devices help our customers unlock their innovation, visit www.latticesemi.com. You can also follow us via Twitter, Facebook, or RSS. At Lattice, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.