ATE Test Systems Support Engineer

Cohu, Inc.; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Disability & life insurance

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Cohu, Inc. in Norwood, MA is seeking an ATE Test Systems Support Engineer to keep our semiconductor automated test equipment running in the Engineering Lab. This hands-on hardware/software role supports test systems, testers, and RF/analog/digital measurement equipment used by our hardware, software, and applications teams.

You will diagnose tester-level hardware and software issues, track lab spares, and work directly with engineers to maximize uptime. Path to Field Service is possible.

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent hands-on experience with electronic test equipment.
• Experience with RF, analog, and digital circuits.
• Hands-on hardware troubleshooting on board/system level.
• Strong communication with engineers on root cause.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on hardware and software support to maximize uptime of internal ATE test systems (LTXC).
• Diagnose tester-level issues in RF, analog, and digital circuits.
• Research issues using schematics and docs; escalate issues per process.
• Track and maintain spares inventory.
• Log and process service tickets with current tools.
• Collaborate with Technical Support to reproduce issues.

Skills

RF experience

Analog circuits

Digital circuits

Troubleshooting hardware

Communication skills

Education

BSEE or equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

LTXC test systems

Job description

Cohu's Norwood Engineering team is looking for an ATE Test Systems Support Engineer to keep our semiconductor automated test equipment (ATE) running in the Engineering Lab. This is a hands-on hardware/software role supporting test systems, testers, and RF/analog/digital measurement equipment used by our Hardware, Software, and Applications Engineering teams. You'll diagnose and resolve tester-level hardware and software issues, track spares for lab equipment, and work directly with engineers to keep test systems at maximum up time. Over time, this role has a path toward supporting our Field Service organization on the same equipment.

Candidates should have direct experience with test equipment, ATE, or electronics hardware.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Deliver hands-on hardware and software support to Engineering teams to maximize uptime of internal ATE test systems (LTXC product line).
• Diagnose and resolve tester-level issues — RF, analog, and digital circuit faults, measurement discrepancies, and equipment malfunctions — by evaluating and analyzing failure symptoms directly on the equipment.
• Research issues using tester documentation, schematics, and internal resources; **escalate** priority issues per standard process.
• Track and maintain accurate spares inventory to support internal test equipment.
• Log and process service tickets accurately using current tools.
• Partner with the Technical Support team to reproduce customer-reported issues on internal systems to drive faster resolution.
• Education and/or Experience: BSEE (or equivalent hands-on experience with electronic test equipment)
• Working knowledge of RF, analog, and digital circuits and test equipment — RF experience strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting hardware at the board/system level (not just software/network troubleshooting)
• Test Engineering or ATE background strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills for working directly with engineers on technical root cause

Compensation: The estimated base pay range for this position is $85,000-$100,000 per year, depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. This range represents Cohu’s good faith estimate of what it reasonably expects to pay for this role upon hire. This role may also be eligible for other compensation programs as determined by company policy.

Featured benefits

• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition assistance
• Disability & life insurance
• Profit Sharing

With more than 3000 employees worldwide, we offer challenging and rewarding work experiences, generous employee benefits and a strong company culture. If you are looking for a global publicly traded company that provides you with international experience and a challenging work environment, then Cohu is your choice.

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