Product Engineer

RPMGlobal; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

InvenSense, a TDK group company, seeks a Product Engineer to support MEMS product development, qualification, and production. You will collaborate with senior product, process, and test engineers to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and troubleshoot issues.

You will help in documentation, reporting, and cross-functional coordination, ensuring quality and reliability in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline as listed.
• Basic MEMS sensors/semiconductor knowledge.
• Knowledge of test methods, data collection and stats.
• Proficiency with Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organized with good documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering experiments and characterization studies per plans.
• Prepare test samples, operate lab equipment, maintain records.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, environmental and reliability tests.
• Collect and analyze data from experiments and production testing.
• Create statistical summaries, charts, and technical reports.
• Support root cause analysis and failure investigations.
• Assist senior engineers with development, qualification and manufacturing support.
• Maintain test documentation, reports, databases, and records.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality and reliability teams.
• Adhere to lab safety procedures and equipment guidelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or related

Tools

Python

MATLAB

JMP

Minitab

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Product Engineer to support the development, characterization, and production of MEMS-based products. This role works closely with senior product engineers, process engineers, and test engineers to execute laboratory experiments, collect and analyze data, support product qualification activities, and assist in troubleshooting technical issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute engineering experiments and characterization studies according to established test plans and procedures.

• Prepare test samples, operate laboratory equipment, and maintain accurate experimental records.

• Perform electrical, mechanical, environmental, and reliability testing of MEMS devices.

• Collect, organize, and analyze data from engineering experiments and production testing.

• Generate statistical summaries, charts, and technical reports to communicate findings.

• Support root cause analysis and failure investigation activities.

• Assist senior engineers with product development, qualification, and manufacturing support activities.

• Maintain test documentation, reports, databases, and engineering records.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and reliability engineering.

• Adhere to laboratory safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Basic understanding of MEMS devices, sensors, actuators, or semiconductor technologies.

• Knowledge of engineering test methods, data collection, and statistical analysis.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• 0-2 years of relevant industry, internship, co-op, or research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with MEMS, semiconductor manufacturing, or product characterization laboratories.

• Experience using Python, MATLAB, JMP, Minitab, or similar data analysis tools.

• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and reliability testing.

• Familiarity with cleanroom environments and semiconductor processing.

InvenSense, a TDK group company, is a world-leading provider of MEMS and magnetic sensor solutions found in mobile, wearable, smart home, AR/VR, and other consumer and IoT applications. We are innovators with a 20+ year history of patented sensor technologies. As experts in our field, we lead industry breakthroughs in consumer, industrial and automotive technology and reliably deliver high-quality solutions to our partners across global markets. Learn more about us at invensense.tdk.com.

The starting hourly rate of pay for this role ranges betweenUSD $27.00 and $35.00. The actual base pay is dependent on various factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market conditions. This range is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.

The position is open to candidates based inSan Jose, CA with on-site presence required. The role is also eligible for variable bonus programs and benefits.