Senior Electrical Engineer

Kulicke & Soffa; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kulicke & Soffa in Singapore seeks a Senior Engineer in the Electrical Engineering Organization to contribute to multi-disciplinary R&D on next-generation semiconductor equipment, focusing on high-speed, high-precision systems.

You will design, test, and deliver advanced electrical and embedded control systems, develop power electronics, and collaborate across teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of circuit design and analysis experience with component selection.
• Working knowledge of control systems including PID.
• Hands-on PCB design experience including schematic capture and layout.
• Experience with Altium Designer is an advantage.
• Experience in cable design for continuous-flex applications.
• Familiarity with Zuken E3.cable is an advantage.
• Experience with microcontrollers and firmware development in C.
• Familiarity with HDL/FPGA, IP integration and RTL timing analysis.
• Experience reading specs and documentation, lab testing, and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and development of new systems for next‑generation semiconductor equipment.
• Develop embedded systems for real‑time distributed control and data analysis.
• Design power electronics for motors, actuators, and transducers.
• Perform multilayer PCB design and verification using Altium Designer.
• Coordinate PCB and cable design release via Siemens Teamcenter.
• Prepare technical specs and documentation for new designs.
• Conduct bench and lab testing at board and system levels.
• Bring‑up, troubleshoot, and debug prototypes; support production and field issues.
• Execute verification activities and develop reliability test plans.

Skills

Circuit design

Control systems (PID)

PCB design

Firmware in C

HDL/FPGA

Lab equipment debugging

Communication protocols

Vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Zuken E3.cable

Siemens Teamcenter

Job description

As a Senior Engineer within the Electrical Engineering Organization, this role will be working as a multi-disciplinary Engineer in Research & Development (R&D) department on advanced technology platforms for next generation high speed, high precision automated semiconductor assembly equipment. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where ideas are valued, growth is supported, and employees are empowered to solve complex engineering challenges together.

Overview:

• Design & Develop: Contribute to the design and development of advanced electrical and embedded systems for next-generation semiconductor equipment.
• Test & Deliver: Support end-to-end development through prototyping, testing, debugging, and product release.
• Collaborate & Solve: Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, drive improvements, and deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design and development of new systems, as well as the enhancement of existing designs for next-generation semiconductor equipment, working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop embedded systems supporting real-time distributed control, multiprocessing, and data analysis (ARM processors, DSPs, and microprocessors).
• Design and develop power electronics and control systems for motors, actuators, and transducers, including servo drives, discrete power amplifiers, and power supplies.
• Perform multilayer PCB design and verification using Altium Designer®.
• Design continuous-flex cables for bonder system interconnections using Zuken™ E3.cable.
• Coordinate the production release of PCB and cable designs through Siemens Teamcenter®.
• Prepare technical specifications and documentation for new designs
• Conduct bench and laboratory testing at both board and system integration levels.
• Perform bring-up, troubleshooting, and debugging of prototypes.
• Support production and field issues related to system and subsystem performance, working collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Execute engineering verification activities and develop and implement reliability test plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field,
• 5+ years of relevant experience in circuit design and analysis, including the ability to interpret datasheets and application notes for component selection.
• Working knowledge of control systems, including PID control and feedback theory.
• Hands‑on experience in PCB design, including component library creation, schematic capture, and layout.
• Experience with Altium Designer® is an advantage
• Experience in cable design for continuous-flex applications.
• Familiarity with Zuken™ E3.cable is an advantage
• Experience with microcontrollers and firmware development in C.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools is a plus
• Experience in reading and developing technical specifications and documentation.
• Experience with FPGAs and HDL, including IP integration, RTL simulation, and timing analysis.
• Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, current probes, and differential probes.
• Knowledge of motor control systems, including DC servo motors and stepper motors.
• Exposure to communication interfaces and protocols (e.g., VME, PCIe, RS485, Ethernet, LVDS, SerDes) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of machine‑level electrical system architecture is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and innovative mindset with the ability to think creatively and solve complex problems.
• Collaborative team player with a cross‑functional mindset.
• Results-oriented with a proactive, "can-do" attitude.
• Ability to effectively manage and collaborate with external vendors and contractors.

Company Overview

Founded in 1951, Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: KLIC) specialize in developing cutting‑edge semiconductor and electronics assembly solutions enabling a smarter and more sustainable future. Ever‑growing range of products and services supports growth and facilitates technology transitions across large‑scale markets.

Please refer to the website for more details: www.kns.com.

Kulicke & Soffa recruits on the basis of merit (such as skills, experience or ability to perform the job), regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

The Team

The Electrical R&D team is responsible for researching and developing new electrical products and systems for semiconductor packaging equipment, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and industry requirements. They conduct experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with other cross‑functional team to bring innovative solutions to market. The team also manages projects, documents their work, and troubleshoots technical issues to support the company's technological advancements.