Test Engineer

Frey Consulting Group; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 84,960 - 125,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus program

Job summary

Frey Consulting Group in Sherman, Texas is seeking a Test Development Engineer to develop, deploy, and support Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and manufacturing test infrastructure for advanced InP and silicon photonics products.

This role maintains and improves high-volume manufacturing test systems while partnering with New Product Introduction, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or related technical discipline; Ph.D. preferred.
• 5+ years developing or maintaining Automated Test Equipment (ATE); 9+ years preferred.
• Background in semiconductor, test and measurement or related high-technology manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of optics, mechanics, and electronics theory.
• Experience with high-speed lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, generators, detectors, microscopes).
• Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and maintain ATE and production test infrastructure.
• Improve test capability, capacity, and throughput to support manufacturing demand.
• Design and implement custom test solutions for manufacturing and R&D.
• Maintain 24/7 production test systems and troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime.
• Develop and execute DOE to improve test performance and process capability.
• Create and maintain SOPs, OCAPs, calibration routines, and validation procedures.
• Monitor tool health, process performance, and key metrics using SPC and statistical analysis.
• Train operators, technicians, and engineers on test equipment and processes; collaborate across teams for project success.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Project management

Prioritization

Training operators

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Network analyzers

Pattern generators

Error detectors

Microscopes

Job description

Compensation: $84,960 - $125,280+ 12% Bonus

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employee stock purchase program, paid time off, comprehensive benefits package

Relocation: Relocation assistance available

Work Authorization: Qualified candidates requiring a TN-1 visa or H-1B transfer are encouraged to apply. New H-1B sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

Position Summary

A global leader in photonics and semiconductor technology is seeking a Test Development Engineer to develop, deploy, and support Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and manufacturing test infrastructure for advanced indium phosphide (InP) and silicon photonics products.

This role is responsible for maintaining and improving high-volume manufacturing test systems while partnering closely with New Product Introduction, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate combines strong test engineering expertise with a hands‑on approach to solving complex manufacturing challenges in a fast‑paced semiconductor environment.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, deploy, and maintain Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and production test infrastructure
• Improve test capability, capacity, and throughput to support growing manufacturing demand
• Design and implement custom test solutions for both manufacturing and R&D
• Maintain 24/7 production test systems and troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime
• Develop and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to improve test performance and process capability
• Create and maintain SOPs, OCAPs, calibration routines, and validation procedures
• Monitor tool health, process performance, and key manufacturing metrics using SPC and statistical analysis
• Train operators, technicians, and engineers on test equipment and processes while collaborating across cross‑functional teams to ensure project success

What You Bring

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or a related technical discipline (Ph.D. preferred)
• 5+ years of experience developing or maintaining Automated Test Equipment (ATE); 9+ years preferred
• Background in semiconductor, test and measurement, or a similar high‑technology manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of optics, mechanics, and electronics theory
• Experience using high‑speed laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, pattern generators, error detectors, and microscopes
• Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation

Preferred Qualifications

• High‑volume semiconductor manufacturing experience
• Experience with statistical analysis, SPC, DOE, and engineering software tools
• Familiarity with scripting or programming languages
• Experience developing calibration and validation routines for automated test systems
• Proven ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and customer‑facing teams
• Self‑starter with strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve complex technical problems in a fast‑paced environment

Why This Opportunity

• Play a key role supporting rapidly growing InP and silicon photonics manufacturing
• Join a collaborative, close‑knit engineering team with open communication and strong technical ownership
• Make a direct impact by improving manufacturing capability, capacity, and product quality
• Work with advanced automated test systems supporting next‑generation optical technologies
• Opportunities for career advancement into more senior engineering roles
• Relocation assistance, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to solve challenging, high‑impact engineering problems every day