Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Renesas; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support semiconductor test operations, including ATE systems, wafer probers, and handlers. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, collaboration with engineering teams, and driving continuous improvement of test processes and data flow.

You will contribute to NPI test readiness, yield analysis, and factory systems support while maintaining ISO‑9001 compliant practices and strong safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS degree in EE, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• 7–10 years hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing or test operations on ATE systems.
• Proficiency with wafer probers and handlers, including setup and operation.

Responsibilities

• Support test cell readiness for NPI, engineering samples, and low-volume production.
• Oversee setup and undocking of ATE systems with probers and handlers as needed.
• Lead diagnosis and troubleshooting of test equipment, coordinating with engineers and vendors to restore operation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Test equipment experience

Python scripting

MS Excel/Word

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in EE/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Wafer probers

UNIX

MES

Python

Job description

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer supports semiconductor test operations involving automated test equipment (ATE), wafer probers, handlers, and associated factory systems. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with testers and probers, strong troubleshooting capability, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering teams to maintain high‑quality, high‑efficiency test operations. The role also drives continuous improvement of test processes, equipment performance, and manufacturing data flow.

Business context

Our test operations organization supports new product introduction (NPI), engineering sample evaluation, and production test readiness for advanced Analog, Power, MCU, and EP semiconductor products. This position is key to dependable test cell operation, data generation for engineering analysis, and smooth coordination with suppliers, cross‑functional engineering teams, and production support groups.

Key Responsibilities

Test cell and manufacturing operations

• Support NPI, engineering sample, and low‑volume production programs, including test cell readiness.
• Oversee setup, docking, and undocking of ATE systems with probers and handlers according to daily engineering and production needs.

Equipment troubleshooting and debug

• Lead diagnosis and troubleshooting of handlers, probers, and testers, coordinating with Renesas engineers and vendors as needed to restore operation.
• Debug ATE hardware, including load boards, probe cards, and socketed test fixtures, and drive root‑cause resolution of intermittent issues.

Data and process improvement

• Analyze yield, throughput, and equipment‑utilization data to drive corrective actions; support factory systems, lot tracking, and automated data collection.

Maintenance, calibration, and compliance

• Oversee preventive maintenance (PM) and calibration support for ATE, handlers, probers, and other test equipment.
• Maintain calibration records and PM logs to support ISO‑9001 audits.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance; mentor technicians and junior engineers.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or equivalent in EE, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Experience

• 7–10 years of hands‑on experience in semiconductor manufacturing or test operations on ATE systems.
• Proficiency with wafer probers and handlers, including setup and operation.
• Hardware inventory management system

Technical skills

• Good knowledge of circuit design and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of semiconductor test flows and of industry test standards.
• Basic proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• MES experience, UNIX proficiency, and Python scripting will be a plus.

Professional skills

• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to take on challenging technical tasks.
• Skilled with documentation; excellent verbal and written communication, including with engineers and cross‑functional support teams.
• Self‑motivated and conscientious; able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi‑task while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Wafer probers TEL, Accretech

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement .

Renesas Electronics deals with dual‑use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.