Associate Test Engineer

Analog Devices; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Analog Devices, a global semiconductor leader, is seeking a Test Engineer to support development, implementation, and optimization of testing solutions across the product lifecycle. You will evaluate performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality and reliability while contributing to test methodologies and validation procedures.

Join cross-functional teams to develop fixtures, diagnostic programs, and evaluation hardware, with opportunities to grow in a cutting-edge environment in Durham,

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in a related technical field and hands-on test engineering exposure.
• Experience with test automation, validation activities, or product testing is a plus.
• Knowledge of test fixtures, PCB design, and hardware debugging is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test methodologies and validation approaches.
• Develop and execute diagnostic test programs to identify defects and improvements.
• Design, develop, and support test fixtures, evaluation hardware, and test equipment.
• Define, document, and maintain test procedures and validation processes.
• Troubleshoot issues across systems and products using analytical methods.
• Support qualification, characterization and reliability testing throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design, product, manufacturing and quality teams to enhance product quality.
• Analyze test results to identify trends, root causes, and performance improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in testing efficiency and processes.

Skills

Test methodologies

Validation

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Documentation

Lab equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

0-2 years related experience

Tools

Test automation tools

Diagnostic test programs

Electrical measurement equipment

Job description

Come join Analog Devices (ADI) – a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems that matter from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare.

ADI fosters a culture that focuses on employees through beneficial programs, aligned goals, continuous learning opportunities, and practices that create a more sustainable future.

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

About The Role

As a Test Engineer at Analog Devices (ADI), you will support the development, implementation, and optimization of testing solutions used throughout the product development and manufacturing lifecycle. Working with cross-functional engineering teams, you will help evaluate product performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure products meet quality, reliability, and functional requirements.

You will contribute to the development of test methodologies, diagnostic programs, test equipment, and validation procedures while gaining hands‑on experience across a variety of products and technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement test methodologies, test cases, and validation approaches to evaluate product functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Develop and execute diagnostic test programs to identify defects, performance issues, and opportunities for product improvement.
• Design, develop, and support test fixtures, evaluation hardware, and test equipment used for product validation and characterization.
• Define, document, and maintain test procedures, specifications, and validation processes.
• Troubleshoot technical issues across systems, equipment, and products using analytical problem-solving techniques.
• Support qualification, characterization, and reliability testing activities throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design, product, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and improve product quality.
• Analyze test results and technical data to identify trends, root causes, and performance improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance testing efficiency, product quality, and engineering processes.

Must Have Skills

• Understanding of test engineering principles, validation methodologies, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate technical issues and develop solutions.
• Ability to develop and execute structured test procedures and evaluate results against product requirements.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing, measurement equipment, and engineering development environments through coursework, projects, internships, or work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in Test Engineering, Validation Engineering, Product Engineering, Design Verification, Systems Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience with test automation, diagnostic testing, or product validation activities.
• Familiarity with test fixture development, evaluation boards, PCB design, or hardware debugging.
• Exposure to programming, scripting, or test development tools.
• Experience with qualification testing, reliability testing, or product characterization.
• Familiarity with quality systems, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Internship, research, or project experience involving test engineering, product development, systems validation, or electronics design.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Job Req Type: Graduate Job

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $60,800 to $83,600.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.