Test and Product Development Engineer

EPC Space; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EPC Space in Andover, MA, is seeking a Test and Product Development Engineer specialized in WBG power semiconductors. The role covers test hardware development, NPI coordination, and sustaining engineering across wafer to volume production.

Ideal candidates bring 3–8+ years in semiconductor testing/back-end processes, strong problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills to optimize yields and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ to 8+ years in semiconductor test and/or back-end processes (assembly, packaging).
• Knowledge of power semiconductor products and testing techniques.
• Proficiency in test development, including custom fixtures and dedicated bench test setups (hardware + automation).
• Familiarity with reliability testing and standards.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills for internal collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Test Development and Support: Develop and oversee test hardware/program development for ATE, ensuring coverage for functional, parametric, and system-level testing.
• Yield Improvement and Optimization: Analyze assembly and test data to drive yield enhancements, reduce defects, and optimize processes in internal facilities.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full back-end process from wafer receipt through assembly, testing, and packaging qualification to volume production and sustainment.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Coordinate qualification of new devices, including process development, test program validation, and ramp to high-volume manufacturing.
• Quality and Reliability Engineering: Perform failure analysis, root cause investigations, and reliability qualifications.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Work directly with design, process integration, fab operations, and quality teams to resolve issues. Support product changes, cost reductions, and continuous improvement.
• Sustaining Engineering: Monitor production metrics, handle excursions, implement corrective actions, and support end-of-life or portfolio management for mature products

Skills

Power semiconductors

Test development

Reliability testing

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Test fixtures

Automation scripts

Job description

Position: Test and Product Development Engineer - WBG power semiconductors

Reports to: VP of Engineering

Location: Andover, MA

Key Responsibilities

• Test Development and Support: Develop and oversee test hardware/program development for ATE (Automated Test Equipment), ensuring coverage for functional, parametric, and system-level testing.
• Yield Improvement and Optimization: Analyze assembly and test data to drive yield enhancements, reduce defects, and optimize processes in internal facilities. Collaborate closely with front-end fab and design teams for holistic improvements.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full back-end process from wafer receipt through assembly, testing, and packaging qualification to volume production and sustainment.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Coordinate qualification of new devices, including process development, test program validation, and ramp to high-volume manufacturing. Ensure seamless handoff from R&D/design to production.
• Quality and Reliability Engineering: Perform failure analysis, root cause investigations, and reliability qualifications. Manage product qualifications and compliance for internal standards.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Work directly with design, process integration, fab operations, and quality teams to resolve issues. Support product changes, cost reductions, and continuous improvement (e.g., Six Sigma projects)
• Sustaining Engineering: Monitor production metrics, handle excursions, implement corrective actions, and support end-of-life or portfolio management for mature products

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 3-8+ years in semiconductor test and or back-end processes (assembly, packaging).
• Required Skills:
• Knowledge of power semiconductor products and testing techniques
• Proficiency in test development, including custom fixtures and dedicated bench test setups (hardware + automation)
• Familiarity with reliability testing and standards
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills for internal collaboration.