Systems Engineer - Field Integration (SiPh Test Solutions, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Teradyne is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to own end-to-end integration, bring-up, and acceptance of Silicon Photonics test systems from factory readiness through installation at customer sites worldwide.

You will lead multi-domain integration, coordinate with engineering, field service, and customers, execute bring-up plans, qualify systems, and drive root-cause analysis to ensure time-to-first-good-wafer.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience integrating, bringing up, commissioning, and accepting complex capital equipment.
• Experience supporting FAT/SAT protocols and customer acceptance activities.
• Strong understanding of optics, RF/DC electronics, firmware, motion, thermal, and software domains.
• Ability to troubleshoot across optics, electronics, mechanics, thermal, motion, and software using standard lab instrumentation.
• Programming experience for test automation, data analysis, or diagnostics (C#, VB, Python preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead first-article and new-configuration bring-up of Silicon Photonics test cells, including tester, optical engine, probe/handler interface, DUT interface board, instrumentation, and software stack.
• Develop and execute bring-up plans, power-on sequences, subsystem checkout procedures, and system-level characterization against specification.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action for integration issues across multiple domains.
• Author, review, and maintain FAT/SAT qualification protocols, acceptance criteria, data packages, and customer sign-off documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, field service, suppliers, and customers to manage punch lists, deviations, waivers, and schedule risks.
• Support installation, re-qualification, escalation, training, upgrade, retrofit, and ECO/field-change-order activities for installed Silicon Photonics systems.
• Represent the voice of the field and factory floor in design reviews, FMEAs, and readiness reviews for design-for-service improvements.
• Build strong technical relationships with worldwide account teams, field organizations, and key customers.

Skills

Silicon Photonics

System integration

Test automation

FAT/SAT

Multidomain systems

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne’s Silicon Photonics team is seeking a highly motivated, hands‑on Systems Engineer to own the end‑to‑end integration, bring‑up, and acceptance of Silicon Photonics test systems from factory readiness through installation and qualification at customer sites worldwide.

In this role, you will serve as the technical owner for complex, multi‑domain systems that integrate optical, electrical, mechanical, thermal, and software subsystems onto UltraFLEXplus platforms. You will lead factory and site acceptance activities, support first‑article and first‑install bring‑up, and partner closely with engineering, field, production, and customer teams to improve system performance, serviceability, and time‑to‑first‑good‑wafer.

• Lead first‑article and new‑configuration bring‑up of Silicon Photonics test cells, including tester, optical engine, probe/handler interface, DUT interface board, instrumentation, and software stack.
• Develop and execute bring‑up plans, power‑on sequences, subsystem checkout procedures, and system‑level characterization against specification.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action for integration issues across optics, RF/DC electronics, firmware, motion, thermal, mechanical, and test software domains.
• Author, review, and maintain FAT/SAT qualification protocols, acceptance criteria, test matrices, data packages, and customer sign‑off documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, field service, field applications, suppliers, and customers to manage punch lists, deviations, waivers, acceptance status, and schedule risks.
• Support installation, re‑qualification, escalation, training, upgrade, retrofit, and ECO/field‑change‑order activities for installed Silicon Photonics systems.
• Represent the voice of the field and factory floor in design reviews, FMEAs, readiness reviews, and design‑for‑service/design‑for‑bring‑up improvement efforts.
• Build strong technical relationships with worldwide account teams, field organizations, and key customers.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical/Photonics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 7+ years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands‑on experience integrating, bringing up, commissioning, and accepting complex capital equipment, preferably in semiconductor, photonics, ATE, or other multi‑domain systems.
• Experience supporting FAT/SAT protocols, customer acceptance activities, and technical documentation.
• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals with exposure to Silicon Photonics, optical alignment/coupling, fiber handling, RF technology, high‑speed signaling, power delivery, or signal processing.
• Ability to troubleshoot across optics, electronics, mechanics, thermal, motion, and software disciplines using standard lab instrumentation.
• Programming experience for test automation, data analysis, or diagnostics; .NET, C#, VB, and/or Python preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and customer‑facing skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to work extended hours during critical bring‑up, acceptance, and installation windows.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally approximately 20-40%, with periods of higher travel during installation and acceptance campaigns.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $141,400-$226,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan:

This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well‑being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.