Product Test Engineer

Lattice Semiconductor Corp; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Lattice Semiconductor Corp seeks a Product Test Engineer to join the team. You will create test plans, design FPGA test circuits, and build automation scripts for pre-silicon verification.

Responsibilities include executing post-silicon validation across wafer- and package-level platforms and coordinating root-cause analysis with cross-functional teams to ensure silicon readiness. The role requires strong knowledge of semiconductor test methodologies, ATE tooling, and programming in Python or

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering with 8 years of industry experience, or MS degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering with 6 years of industry experience.
• Experience with semiconductor devices and test methodologies.
• Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debug on Nextest Magnum, Advantest T2K or Teradyne UltraFLEX preferred.
• Experience in IC characterization and/or failure analysis using bench tools (oscilloscope, pattern generators, data timing generator, multimeters)
• Experience with WAT/etest, wafer sort, package assembly, final test (full backend IC process).
• Experience in Programmable Logic, RTL Design and Design Verification is an advantage.
• Knowledge in test, DFT methodologies (scan, BIST), memory test, fault grade methodologies is an advantage.
• Knowledge in Verilog or VHDL and programming languages (Python, C++) is beneficial.
• Excellent verbal and written skills; ability to collaborate across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans using established methodologies targeted on chip IP functions and features.
• Design and implement test circuits using FPGA fabric and embedded IP with Lattice’s design software.
• Develop scripts to automate test generation and own Pre-Si verification to ensure silicon readiness.
• Execute Post-Si pattern validation across wafer-level, package-level, and bench platforms under varying process/temperature/voltage.
• Identify root causes of product marginalities and coordinate closures with cross-functional teams.
• Take ownership of IP content development and drive issues to resolution.
• Plan and deliver test content to meet schedules for internal and external customers.

Skills

Test planning

FPGA testing

Python

C++

WAT/etest

Oscilloscope usage

Problem solving

Education

BS in Electrical/Electronics or Computer Engineering

MS in Electrical/Electronics or Computer Engineering

Tools

Nextest Magnum

Advantest T2K

Teradyne UltraFLEX

Job description

Lattice Overview There is energy here...energy you can feel crackling at any of our international locations. It’s an energy generated by enthusiasm for our work, for our teams, for our results, and for our customers. Lattice is a worldwide community of engineers, designers, and manufacturing operations specialists in partnership with world-class sales, marketing, and support teams, who are developing programmable logic solutions that are changing the industry. Our focus is on R&D, product innovation, and customer service, and to that focus, we bring total commitment and a keenly sharp competitive personality. Energy feeds on energy. If you flourish in a fast paced, results-oriented environment, if you want to achieve individual success within a “team first” organization, and if you believe you can contribute and succeed in a demanding yet collegial atmosphere, then Lattice may well be just what you’re looking for.

Job Description: We are looking for a Product Test Engineer to join our team. This person will create test plans, design FPGA test circuits, and build automation scripts for pre-silicon verification.

Responsibilities Develop test plans using established methodologies targeted on chip IP functions and features. Design and implement test circuits using FPGA fabric and embedded IP using Lattice’s proprietary design SW. Develop scripts to automate test generation and own Pre-Si verification of content to ensure Si readiness. Execute Post-Si pattern validation using wafer-level ATE, package-level ATE, and package-level bench platforms across process, temperature, and voltage conditions. Identify and analyze to root cause product marginalities, communicating and coordinating root cause closure to appropriate cross-functional team (eg. Applications Engineering, Design Engineering, etc.) Take ownership of IP content development and drive any issues to resolution. Plan and execute test content delivery to meet or exceed schedules required for internal and external customers samples. Extract coverage metrics of test patterns using fault grading and review for coverage improvements.

• Develop test plans using established methodologies targeted on chip IP functions and features.
• Design and implement test circuits using FPGA fabric and embedded IP using Lattice’s proprietary design SW.
• Develop scripts to automate test generation and own Pre-Si verification of content to ensure Si readiness.
• Execute Post-Si pattern validation using wafer-level ATE, package-level ATE, and package-level bench platforms across process, temperature, and voltage conditions.
• Identify and analyze to root cause product marginalities, communicating and coordinating root cause closure to appropriate cross-functional team (eg. Applications Engineering, Design Engineering, etc.)
• Take ownership of IP content development and drive any issues to resolution.
• Plan and execute test content delivery to meet or exceed schedules required for internal and external customers samples.
• Extract coverage metrics of test patterns using fault grading and review for coverage improvements.

Required Skills BS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 8 years of industry experience, or MS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 6 years of industry experience Good working knowledge of semiconductor devices and test methodologies Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debug on Nextest Magnum, Advantest T2K or Teradyne UltraFLEX preferred. Experience in IC characterization and/or failure analysis using various bench tools (i.e. Oscilloscope, Pattern Generators, Data Timing Generator, Multimeters, etc) Experience with WAT/etest, wafer sort, package assembly, final test (i.e. full backend IC process) Experience in Programmable Logic is desired Experience in RTL Design, Design Verification an advantage Knowledge in test, DFT methodologies (ie. scan, BIST), memory test, and fault grade methodologies an advantage Knowledge in Hardware Description Language such as Verilog or VHDL an advantage Knowledge in programming languages (ie. Python, C++) Excellent verbal and written skills. Demonstrated ability to work with multiple groups and across cultures Good analytical and problem-solving abilities Strong Windows, Unix, and MS Office skills Curious with strong self-motivation to learn and explore #LI-DNP

• BS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 8 years of industry experience, or
• MS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 6 years of industry experience
• Good working knowledge of semiconductor devices and test methodologies
• Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debug on Nextest Magnum, Advantest T2K or Teradyne UltraFLEX preferred.
• Experience in IC characterization and/or failure analysis using various bench tools (i.e. Oscilloscope, Pattern Generators, Data Timing Generator, Multimeters, etc)
• Experience with WAT/etest, wafer sort, package assembly, final test (i.e. full backend IC process)
• Experience in Programmable Logic is desired
• Experience in RTL Design, Design Verification an advantage
• Knowledge in test, DFT methodologies (ie. scan, BIST), memory test, and fault grade methodologies an advantage
• Knowledge in Hardware Description Language such as Verilog or VHDL an advantage
• Knowledge in programming languages (ie. Python, C++)
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple groups and across cultures
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong Windows, Unix, and MS Office skills
• Curious with strong self-motivation to learn and explore

Required Skills • BS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 8 years of industry experience, or • MS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 6 years of industry experience • Good working knowledge of semiconductor devices and test methodologies • Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debug on Nextest Magnum, Advantest T2K or Teradyne UltraFLEX preferred. • Experience in IC characterization and/or failure analysis using various bench tools (i.e. Oscilloscope, Pattern Generators, Data Timing Generator, Multimeters, etc) • Experience with WAT/etest, wafer sort, package assembly, final test (i.e. full backend IC process) • Experience in Programmable Logic is desired • Experience in RTL Design, Design Verification an advantage • Knowledge in test, DFT methodologies (ie. scan, BIST), memory test, and fault grade methodologies an advantage • Knowledge in Hardware Description Language such as Verilog or VHDL an advantage • Knowledge in programming languages (ie. Python, C++) • Excellent verbal and written skills. Demonstrated ability to work with multiple groups and across cultures • Good analytical and problem-solving abilities • Strong Windows, Unix, and MS Office skills • Curious with strong self-motivation to learn and explore

• BS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 8 years of industry experience, or
• MS degree (Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering) with 6 years of industry experience
• Good working knowledge of semiconductor devices and test methodologies
• Experience in ATE test program development, integration and debug on Nextest Magnum, Advantest T2K or Teradyne UltraFLEX preferred.
• Experience in IC characterization and/or failure analysis using various bench tools (i.e. Oscilloscope, Pattern Generators, Data Timing Generator, Multimeters, etc)
• Experience with WAT/etest, wafer sort, package assembly, final test (i.e. full backend IC process)
• Experience in Programmable Logic is desired
• Experience in RTL Design, Design Verification an advantage
• Knowledge in test, DFT methodologies (ie. scan, BIST), memory test, and fault grade methodologies an advantage
• Knowledge in Hardware Description Language such as Verilog or VHDL an advantage
• Knowledge in programming languages (ie. Python, C++)
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple groups and across cultures
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong Windows, Unix, and MS Office skills
• Curious with strong self-motivation to learn and explore

In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!

Additional Information: This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in: United States of America Lattice recognizes that employees are its greatest asset and the driving force behind success in a highly competitive, global industry. Lattice continually strives to provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits program to attract, retain, motivate, reward and celebrate the highest caliber employees in the industry. Lattice is an international, service-driven developer of innovative low cost, low power programmable design solutions. Our global workforce, some 1,000 strong, shares a total commitment to customer success and an unbending will to win. For more information about how our FPGA, CPLD and programmable power management devices help our customers unlock their innovation, visit www.latticesemi.com. You can also follow us via Twitter, Facebook, or RSS.

At Lattice, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. As an E-Verify employer, we use this system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job candidates and will comply with all E-Verify regulations.

GROWTH We foster a culture where everyone strives for continuous learning and development. We challenge ourselves to boldly deliver exceptional growth and value for customers and shareholders.

RELIABILITY Our customers trust us to deliver, and we take that responsibility seriously. By committing ourselves to dependable supply, support, and solutions, we build strong collaboration that lasts and thrives.

EXECUTION Innovation turns great ideas into results. Together, we create differentiated products and solutions through disciplined planning, decisiveness, and timely delivery with uncompromising quality.

ACCOUNTABILITY We own our actions and outcomes: holding ourselves to the highest standards, agilely adapting to change, delivering on our commitments, and empowering each other to drive our success.

TRANSPARENCY Openness builds trust. We lead with integrity and candor, facing hard facts and embracing tough conversations with clear communication, decisive action, and open honesty at every level.

Lattice is strengthening is leadership in compute, communications, industrial, and embedded markets – underscored by multiple award wins that recognize its innovation, leadership, workplace culture, and collaboration-driven solutions. Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ: LSCC) is the low power programmable leader. For over 40 years, Lattice has driven innovation in the semiconductor industry. Our compact, power-efficient field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) are essential to building a secure, intelligent, and connected world. Lattice is the #1 supplier of small FPGAs worldwide, with the largest installed base in the industry. Our solutions are trusted by over 11,000 customers globally, spanning the compute, communications, industrial, and embedded markets. Founded in 1983 in Oregon’s Silicon Forest, Lattice has grown into a global leader with a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of programmable logic and fostering a culture of innovation.

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