ATE Test Engineer

Gsme; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in California is seeking an ATE Test Engineer to develop automated test programs for semiconductors. This position requires collaboration with engineers and customers to ensure successful device ramp-up and debug test programs. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 7 years of experience in a similar role, alongside knowledge of semiconductor product engineering and various programming skills. This role offers opportunities for engagement in cutting-edge projects within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Test Engineer or related role.
• Experience with Advantest or Teradyne testers.
• Knowledge of both digital and mixed-signal devices.

Responsibilities

• Consult with customers on hardware design for ATE testing.
• Implement production solutions.
• Operates engineering design software.
• Analyze customer device requirements and test methodologies.
• Communicate with customers for debugging and analysis.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Multiple task handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

C/C++

JAVA

Visual Basic

VNA

Spectrum analyzer

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

GSME is seeking an ATE Test Engineer based out of the Bay Area who can develop automated test programs for semiconductors and support new product introduction (NPI) activities. This role involves close collaboration with engineers, customers, and vendors to evaluate existing and upcoming engineering projects, resolve technical issues, and provide ongoing production support to ensure successful device ramp up. Prior experience or knowledge of semiconductor product engineering is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Consults with customers on the basic understanding of hardware design for ATE testing.

Implements known production solutions.

Operates computer-assisted engineering, design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks, such as driving all the analysis tools on ATE tester to do engineering analysis.

Loads test programs, collects data logs, and debugs failing devices. Uses data analysis tools to do engineering analysis.

Analyzes customer device requirements and identifies optimum test methodologies.

Manages handler/prober communications with tester.

Communicate with customers to perform debugging and analysis on integrated circuits.

Debugs customers test programs and suggest solutions to customers.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

7+ years of experience as a Test Engineer, Product Engineer, or closely related semiconductor engineering role

Experience with developing ATE test programs on Advantest testers, Teradyne testers, or other

Prior experience with RF, Mix Signal, Digital, and PMIC devices is a plus

Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of optical coupling and wafer sort

Strong customer service and problem-solving skills

Ability to handle multiple oriented tasks

Knowledge of semiconductor product engineering tasks and responsibilities such as yield analysis, reliability, and production optimization, is a plus

Computer Skills

Detailed knowledge: Digital (Basic and High Speed), Mixed-signal devices and electronics components

General knowledge: RF devices and Memory devices

Software skills: C/C++, JAVA, Visual Basic

Operating Systems: Unix or similar

Other

Tools: VNA, Spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, all other bench test equipment is a plus