Experienced DC Test Engineer

Samsung Electronics America; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite facilities

Paid time off

PTO + holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Taylor, TX is seeking a DC Test Engineer to optimize DC tester programs, ensure repeatable results, and benchmark performance with Samsung Korea. You’ll provide critical feedback to the fab and support tool troubleshooting, installation, and sustaining floor operations.

Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, knowledge of test structures and scripting (Basic, PERL, UNIX), and wafer-probe experience (Keysight ATE/TEL prober a plus).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of test structures and test methodologies.
• Ability to read/modify code on BASIC, PERL, and UNIX.
• Experience in wafer probe manufacturing (Keysight ATE and TEL prober knowledge is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Optimize test environment programs for DC testers.
• Ensure accurate and repeatable test results.
• Support test requests from Samsung Korea or internal teams.
• Assist tool installation and qualification.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Support sustaining floor operations.

Skills

Test methodologies

Code interpretation & modification

Teamwork

Communication

Urgency

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Keysight ATE

TEL prober

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

As a DC Test Engineer at Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Taylor site), the candidate will be working with state‑of‑the‑art technologies and devices. He/She will be responsible for providing critical feedback to the fab based on DC test results. The candidate will be expected to maintain the highest level of accuracy in test results through program troubleshooting, equipment troubleshooting, device characterization, and benchmarking with Samsung Korea.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Optimize test environment programs for DC testers.
• Ensure accurate and repeatable test results.
• Support special testing request from Samsung Korea or internal T1 YE.
• Support tool installation and qualifications.
• Help troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Help sustain floor operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Knowledge of test structures and test methodologies.
• Ability to interpret and modify code on various platforms including Basic, PERL, and UNIX.
• Experience in a wafer probe manufacturing environment is recommended (Keysight ATE and TEL prober knowledge is a plus).
• Integrity, good teamwork skills, good communication skills, flexibility, strong work ethic, and a sense of urgency on the job are required.

The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience.

Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives
• MORE Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full‑time on‑site.

U.S. Export Control

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung or induce or encourage Samsung to use any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth. To discover more, please visit our official newsroom at (https://news.samsung.com/global/).