Senior Staff Product Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corp.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corp. is seeking a Senior Staff Product Engineer to drive the development of state-of-the-art products from concept to production release.

You will own qualification plans, ensure JEDEC/AEC compliance, and collaborate with Design, Test, Applications and Failure Analysis teams through first silicon and field issues. The role emphasizes reliability testing, BOM maintenance, and data-driven yield improvements, with involvement in KPI metrics and NPI velocity.

Qualifications

• 12+ years experience in product engineering.
• Familiarity with ATE tester platforms (e.g. Teradyne J750, Advantest 93K).
• Knowledge of analog and mixed-signal circuitry and test methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Own full PE product lifecycle from concept to end of life.
• Provide support for DfT, product releases and qualifications.
• Ensure compliance with JEDEC/AEC standards and generate datasheet reports.
• Perform real-time customer support for design, product and quality issues.
• Conduct temperature/voltage/process characterization and set production limits.

Skills

ATE testers

Analog/Mixed-signal

DFT knowledge

Yield analytics

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Education

BS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

MS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is preferred

Tools

Teradyne J750

Advantest 93K

JMP

Spotfire

Job description

Analog and Mixed Signal Business Unit (AMS) is looking for a Snr Staff Product Engineer to join our team to drive the product development of state-of-the-art products. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work with a cross‑functional team to bring a product to volume production starting from product conception to production release. The job scope includes but is not limited to, development of the test plan to ensure datasheet specifications are met. Own the qualification plan and the execution to comply with various JEDEC/AEC quality standards. Own product quality assessment through reliability tests. Collaborate with multi‑functional teams such as Design, Test, Applications and Failure Analysis teams during first silicon debug and to root cause field failures. Creation and maintenance of product BOM. Monitor production data to address yield and quality deficiencies using statistical analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full PE product lifecycle ownership from concept to end of life with a focus on ensuring the delivery of the highest quality products to our end customers
• Provide support for DfT, Product releases and Qualifications in Penang
• Compliance to Jedec and AEC standards
• Datasheet and automotive compliance reports
• Real time customer support for design, product and quality related issues
• Temperature/Voltage/Process characterization and production limit setting
• Product new product introduction and yield ownership
• Product BOM release and maintenance
• Excursion management for both suppliers and customers
• Use commercially available yield tools for yield improvement and monitoring, generate weekly reports and review with PE teams
• KPI achievement in product related deliverables including NPI execution and velocity, product cost (Gross margin improvements), product quality performance and failure analysis cycle times
• PAT, SYL, SBL, SPC limit and disposition optimizations to protect quality without excessive waste

Job Description

Analog and Mixed Signal Business Unit (AMS) is looking for a Snr Staff Product Engineer to join our team to drive the product development of state-of-the-art products. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work with a cross‑functional team to bring a product to volume production starting from product conception to production release. The job scope includes but is not limited to, development of the test plan to ensure datasheet specifications are met. Own the qualification plan and the execution to comply with various JEDEC/AEC quality standards. Own product quality assessment through reliability tests. Collaborate with multi‑functional teams such as Design, Test, Applications and Failure Analysis teams during first silicon debug and to root cause field failures. Creation and maintenance of product BOM. Monitor production data to address yield and quality deficiencies using statistical analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full PE product lifecycle ownership from concept to end of life with a focus on ensuring the delivery of the highest quality products to our end customers
• Provide support for DfT, Product releases and Qualifications in Penang
• Compliance to Jedec and AEC standards
• Datasheet and automotive compliance reports
• Real time customer support for design, product and quality related issues
• Temperature/Voltage/Process characterization and production limit setting
• Product new product introduction and yield ownership
• Product BOM release and maintenance
• Excursion management for both suppliers and customers
• Use commercially available yield tools for yield improvement and monitoring, generate weekly reports and review with PE teams
• KPI achievement in product related deliverables including NPI execution and velocity, product cost (Gross margin improvements), product quality performance and failure analysis cycle times
• PAT, SYL, SBL, SPC limit and disposition optimizations to protect quality without excessive waste

Qualifications

• 12+ years experience in product engineering.
• Familiarity with ATE tester platforms (eg. Teradyne J750, Advantest 93K)
• Knowledge of analog and mix-signal circuitry and the common building blocks, device physics, test methodology and DFT knowledge
• Experience with common lab test equipment (DC power supply, oscilloscope, multi-meters etc). Bench characterization experience is a plus
• Familiarity with JEDEC/AEC qualification standards and stress test conditions. Experience with qual hardware/software development would be preferred
• Experience in yield management tools such as JMP and Spotfire. Apply statistical analysis to isolate the issue and make data-driven decisions
• Ability to managing supplier excursions and customer escalations through problem solving
• Knowledge of Semiconductor Failure Analysis is preferable
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A good team player. Effective in fast paced, dynamic work environment

EDUCATION

• BS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• MS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is preferred

Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is $175,000 - $220,000. This position is also eligible for bonus opportunities. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.

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.