Product Engineer

Micross Logo; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA/FSA benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid leave

Job summary

Micross is seeking a test/engineering professional to own DC-DC product testing, analysis, and qualification. You will troubleshoot converters, support functional tests, and provide trimming guidance to meet yield goals.

The role includes designing test hardware with Cadence Allegro, performing simulations, and supporting external vibration/shock and radiation tests. You will develop test fixtures for ATE and drive new test programs for product releases.

Qualifications

• Masters/Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Field.
• Entry Level to 7 years of experience in related product and/or engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of electronic engineering principles in analog/digital circuits, power supplies, DC-DC converters.
• Experience in PCB schematic capture tools such as OrCAD / Cadence Allegro.
• Basic programming in C/C++, VB or Python, or LabView is a plus.
• Hands-on bench measurements using signal generators, DVMs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and teamwork capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for DC-DC products documentation, troubleshooting, analysis, and qualification to meet Production Yield Goals.
• Support production by troubleshooting DC-DC Converters, testing, and providing trimming process guidance.
• Resolve non-conformances from failure mode to root cause via corrective and preventive action.
• Perform Stress and Thermal Analysis, MTBF assessments as needed.
• Design and develop test hardware, using Cadence Allegro, and perform simulations for analysis.
• Release of design packages and review customer specification datasheets.
• Support external tests (vibration, shock, TID, SEE) and radiation tests.
• Develop and implement test fixtures for ATE (Chroma) conversion projects.
• Initiate, write & release new test programs for timely new-product release to production.
• Perform test validation and release to production per standards.

Skills

Electronic engineering principles

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Bench electrical measurements

Self-motivated

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

OrCAD Cadence Allegro

LabVIEW

Job description

• Responsible for DC-DC products (documentation, troubleshooting, analysis, and qualification) to meet Production Yield Goals.
• Support production by troubleshooting DC-DC Converters, supporting functional tests, and providing trimming process guidance.
• Ensure non-conformances are resolved from failure mode to root cause through corrective and preventative action.
• Perform analyses (Stress and Thermal Analysis, MTBF –Reliability) as necessary.
• Design and develop test hardware, using Cadence Allegro, and perform simulations for analysis.
• Support the release of design packages and review customer specification datasheets.
• Support external tests, such as vibration and shock, and radiation tests, including Total Ionizing Dose (TID) and Single Event Effects (SEE).
• Develop and implement test fixtures for ATE (Chroma) conversion projects.
• Initiate, write & release new test programs to ensure timely new-product release to production.
• Perform test validation, improvement, qualification, and release to production per corporate standards and procedures.
• Work with operations to identify and document test improvement opportunities.
• Support the test engineering and design teams in defining proper test concepts.

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Comply with all quality and ITAR policies, practices, and procedures.
• Build meaningful and productive relationships with internal business partners.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using it for the benefit of 3rd parties.
• Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

• Masters/Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Field.
• Entry Level to 7 years of experience in related product and/or engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of electronic engineering principles in areas including analog and digital circuits, power supplies, and DC-DC converters.
• Experience in PCB schematic capture tools such as OrCAD / Cadence Allegro.
• Basic programming experience programming in C / C++, VBasic or Python, or LabView is a plus.
• Hands-on experience performing bench electrical measurements using signal generators, DVMs, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as teamwork capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with multiple stakeholders.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Design tools/fixtures with minimal guidance.
• Standard electronic laboratory equipment: (i.e. Oscilloscopes, Pulse/Signal Generators, Parametric Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, etc).
• Knowledge in semiconductor manufacturing is a plus.
• Fast technical document generation/modification CAD, Excel, and PCB software is a plus.
• Knowledge in military standards (MIL-PRF38534, MIL-PRF-38535, MIL-STD-883, JSTD-001) is a plus.
• Self-motivated with the ability to align priorities in accordance with business goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player who enjoys working with different disciplines.
• High-energy, results-focused self-starter.
• Strong analytical ability and decision-making.
• Ability to exercise flexibility with quickly changing data requests.
• Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.

Tools & Equipment:

• Computer and peripherals
• Standard office equipment
• Manuals and automatic semiconductor assembly equipment
• Measuring devices, and required clean room clothing

Salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Micross, our Core Values of integrity, communication, teamwork, quality and execution, self-discipline and accountability are cultivated throughout all levels of the organization.Micross provides a challenging and enjoyable workplace for members and supports the needs of the community.

Micross provides competitive benefits including medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, vision, company paid basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k with employer match, paid leave, vacation, holidays, generous tuition assistance, 529 College Savings, Pet insurance, Legal insurance, and a range of well-being programs available.

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Preferred

Masters or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

7 years:

7 years of experience in related product and/or engineering experience

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