Test Bench Development Engineer

US01 Wolfspeed, Inc.; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfspeed, Inc. in Fayetteville, AR, is seeking a Test Bench Development Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced test systems that validate the performance and reliability of next-generation SiC power modules.

You will own the hardware development lifecycle, collaborate with Reliability, Product, and Applications teams, and create robust hardware, software, and instrumentation solutions that drive qualification and continuous improvement in power electronics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in electrical hardware design and development.
• Experience designing multilayer analog and mixed-signal PCBs.
• Experience with LTspice or equivalent for circuit simulation.
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy advanced test benches for reliability validation.
• Collaborate with Reliability, Product, and Applications Engineering teams to translate testing objectives into hardware, software, and instrumentation solutions.
• Own the complete hardware development lifecycle: schematic capture, PCB layout, prototype bring-up, verification, and release.
• Create schematics and design complex multilayer PCBs using Altium Designer or equivalent tools.
• Perform circuit simulation and analysis to validate designs and optimize performance prior to fabrication.
• Develop and evaluate analog, mixed-signal, and power circuitry for measurement accuracy and long-term reliability.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, mechanical, and instrumentation issues to maintain test system availability.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and engineering change records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Electrical hardware design

Circuit design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LTspice

Altium Designer

SolidWorks

Infineon PSoC/STM32

Job description

At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way. We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work. Enjoy doing things that people say can’t be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do. Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them. Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave. Student? We offer continuing education assistance. Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.

Here’s the Gist:

Join Wolfspeed at the forefront of silicon carbide (SiC) innovation as a Test Bench Development Engineer. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy advanced test systems that validate the performance, reliability, and durability of next generation SiC power modules. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you'll build the tools and technologies that enable product qualification, reliability research, and continuous innovation in power electronics.

Day-to-Day:

Design, develop, and deploy advanced test benches to support reliability validation of Wolfspeed's SiC power modules. Partner with Reliability, Product, and Applications Engineering teams to translate testing objectives into robust hardware, software, and instrumentation solutions. Own the complete hardware development lifecycle, including schematic capture, PCB layout, prototype bring-up, verification, and release. Create schematics and design complex multilayer printed circuit boards using Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design tools. Perform circuit simulation and analysis using LTspice or similar tools to validate designs and optimize performance prior to fabrication. Develop and evaluate analog, mixed-signal, and power circuitry to ensure measurement accuracy, system stability, and long-term reliability. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, mechanical, and instrumentation issues to maintain high test system availability and performance. Collaborate with technicians and engineers to support test execution, system commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design packages, operating procedures, and engineering change records. Identify, evaluate, and implement new technologies, instrumentation, and automation approaches that enhance test capabilities and efficiency.

This Job is Right for You if You Have (Minimum Requirements):

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in electrical hardware design and development.
• Experience designing multilayer analog and mixed-signal printed circuit boards.
• Experience with circuit simulation and analysis tools such as LTspice or equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience using electronic laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Experience debugging and validating electronic hardware at the board and system levels.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with Altium Designer.
• Understanding of signal integrity, grounding techniques, EMI/EMC mitigation, and power distribution network design.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar mechanical CAD tools.
• Familiarity with microcontroller based systems such as Infineon PSoC, STM32, PIC, or similar platforms.
• Experience with instrumentation control or data acquisition systems.
• Experience developing hardware for high-voltage power electronics applications.
• Familiarity with reliability testing methodologies.

This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.

To put it legally – Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.

We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wolfspeed is a powerhouse semiconductor company focused on silicon carbide and GaN technologies. After more than thirty years of forging new technology adoption and transformation, our Wolfspeed® power and radio frequency (RF) semiconductors are leading the industry through unrivaled expertise and capacity.

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