Graduate Test Engineer: Automation & Validation Specialist

Infineon Technologies AG; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in San Jose, CA is seeking an entry‑level engineer to support test development, validation, and data analysis for automated test equipment. You will collaborate across design, product, quality, and manufacturing teams to diagnose issues and drive improvements.

The role emphasizes programming (Python, C/C++, MATLAB) and hands-on lab work with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of digital electronics, semiconductor fundamentals, and circuit analysis.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, MATLAB, or other programming and scripting languages through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify technical issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Experience using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other electronic test instruments is a plus.
• Internship, research, or project experience in electronics, validation, embedded systems, or semiconductor technologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test Development: Support the development and debugging of test programs for automated test equipment (ATE).
• Validation: Assist with silicon bring-up, characterization, and validation activities to ensure product performance and quality.
• Analysis: Analyze test data to identify issues, investigate root causes, and support continuous quality improvements.
• Troubleshooting: Collaborate with design, product, quality, and manufacturing teams to diagnose and resolve technical challenges.
• Measurement: Perform laboratory measurements and correlate bench results with production test data.
• Automation: Contribute to test automation initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency and test coverage.

Skills

Python

C/C++

MATLAB

Analytics

Communication

Digital electronics

Lab instrumentation

Testing

Embedded systems

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Lab equipment

Job description

Infineon Technologies AG in San Jose, CA is seeking an entry‑level engineer to support test development, validation, and data analysis for automated test equipment. You will collaborate across design, product, quality, and manufacturing teams to diagnose issues and drive improvements.

The role emphasizes programming (Python, C/C++, MATLAB) and hands-on lab work with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.