Senior Test Engineer

Analog Devices; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage

401k Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. seeks a Senior Test Engineer for tactile sensing to drive characterization, qualification, and failure analysis of next-gen tactile sensors.

You will own test workflows from prototype to validation, working hands-on with microelectronic fabrication, electrical bench equipment, and failure analysis tools while partnering with robotics teams to meet humanoid-hand demands. Responsibilities include designing test plans, performing data analysis in Python, and developing sensor

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with microelectronic device and sensor fabrication technologies.
• Experience designing sensor characterization, testing, and qualification processes, including data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with common electrical benchtop measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, SMUs, and DAQs.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and test automation; experience with LabVIEW for instrument automation.

Responsibilities

• Design sensor characterization, testing, and qualification processes and plans for tactile sensors and devices.
• Conduct thorough sensor characterization, perform data analysis, and report findings and recommendations to the team.
• Conduct failure analysis on sensors and devices using techniques such as SEM, FIB, and EDS.
• Drive the definition, writing, and completion of sensor specifications and datasheets.
• Write programs in Python and LabVIEW to automate sensor characterization and test workflows.
• Perform data analysis in Python to extract insights from characterization, qualification, and FA data.
• Use basic CAD design and 3D printers to build test fixtures and prototype hardware.
• Perform common electrical benchtop measurements to support device bring-up, debug, and characterization.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, fabrication, and AI/robotics teams to translate sensor and system requirements into test plans, specs, and datasheets.

Skills

Python

LabVIEW

CAD

3D printing

Oscilloscopes

SMU

DAQ

Education

Electrical Engineering

Materials Science and Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

3D printing

Oscilloscope

SMU

DAQ

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Senior Test Engineer – Tactile Sensing

The Dexterous AI Group is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to drive the characterization, qualification, and failure analysis of ADI’s next-generation tactile sensing hardware for AI-powered dexterous manipulation. You will own the test and characterization workflows that take our tactile sensors from prototype through validation — working hands‑on with microelectronic fabrication processes, electrical bench equipment, and failure analysis tools — while partnering closely with our multidisciplinary robotics team to ensure our sensors meet the demands of next‑generation humanoid hands.

Senior Test Engineer – Tactile Sensing

The Dexterous AI Group is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to drive the characterization, qualification, and failure analysis of ADI’s next-generation tactile sensing hardware for AI-powered dexterous manipulation. You will own the test and characterization workflows that take our tactile sensors from prototype through validation — working hands‑on with microelectronic fabrication processes, electrical bench equipment, and failure analysis tools — while partnering closely with our multidisciplinary robotics team to ensure our sensors meet the demands of next‑generation humanoid hands.

Responsibilities

• Design sensor characterization, testing, and qualification processes and plans for tactile sensors and devices.
• Conduct thorough sensor characterization, perform data analysis, and report findings and recommendations to the team.
• Conduct failure analysis (FA) on sensors and devices using techniques such as SEM, FIB, and EDS.
• Drive the definition, writing, and completion of sensor specifications and datasheets.
• Write programs in Python and LabVIEW to automate sensor characterization and test workflows.
• Perform data analysis in Python to extract insights from characterization, qualification, and FA data.
• Use basic CAD design and 3D printers and other tools to build test fixtures and prototype hardware.
• Perform common electrical benchtop measurements (oscilloscope, SMU, DAQ, etc.) to support device bring‑up, debug, and characterization.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, fabrication, and AI/robotics teams to translate sensor and system requirements into test plans, specs, and datasheets.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with and understanding of microelectronic device and sensor fabrication technologies.
• Hands‑on experience designing sensor characterization, testing, and qualification processes, including data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with common electrical benchtop measurement equipment, such as oscilloscopes, source measure units (SMUs), and DAQs.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and test automation; experience with LabVIEW for instrument automation.
• Working knowledge of basic CAD design and prototyping tools, including 3D printers.
• Detail‑driven, hardworking, and comfortable working hands‑on in a fast‑paced lab environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling devices with flexible substrates (e.g., polyimide).
• Hands‑on experience with failure analysis techniques such as SEM, FIB, and EDS.
• Experience driving the definition and authoring of sensor specifications and datasheets.
• Background in tactile, force, or pressure sensing technologies.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $144,000 to $198,000.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.