Test Engineer 3

Lam Research; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Support of equal opportunity in employment

Investment in employee development

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Test Engineer in California to enhance product quality through efficient testing methods and automation. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant engineering fields, with strong skills in Python and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include designing and implementing testing features while collaborating cross-functionally. Join this innovative team to help shape the future of precision and reliability in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Experienced in Python for automation and metrics tracking.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and understanding electro/mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient testing methods for product development.
• Perform diagnostic tests and create specifications for new products.
• Work with engineering teams for new product development.

Skills

Python coding

Troubleshooting electro/mechanical assemblies

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Working with SAP functions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science

Master’s degree in related fields

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group connects information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high‑volume manufacturing to drive Lam’s operational engine. As part of this mission, Test Engineering provides the technical rigor that verifies product functionality, ensures reliability, and safeguards quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. By optimizing test processes and enabling fast, data‑driven validation, we help Lam bring industry‑leading solutions to market efficiently while supporting sustainable and profitable growth.

The impact you’ll make

As a Test Engineer at Lam, you'll design and implement efficient testing methods for product development and manufacturing, improving quality and reducing cycle time. You'll perform diagnostic tests, design test features and equipment, and create detailed specifications for new products. Your strategic planning of labor, schedules, and equipment ensures effective testing operations. Join us in shaping the future of precision and reliability at Lam.

What You’ll Do

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• Works cross functionally with design engineering and the pilot group for new product development
• Ensures PDR / NCI / CO / NCE deliverables are in place including test fixtures, test procedures, test specifications, and control charts
• Conducts validation on all new test software and fixtures
• Has a working knowledge of SAP functions for manufacturing
• Defines, designs, documents, builds, calibrates, troubleshoots, and supports all manufacturing test fixtures
• Software skills to create / modify manufacturing’s test scripts
• Improves product quality through test first pass yield and trend data. Analyzes factory non conformances and field escalations for root cause and corrective action
• Resolves test issues cross functionally with Suppliers, Supplier Engineering, Pilot Manufacturing, and Design Engineering
• Presentation skills to present test fixture designs, test processes or spec changes at engineering design reviews
• Defines and implements metrics to lead test process improvements
• Technical writing skills to communicate and document designs and procedures
• Verbal communication skills to discuss technical issues with Suppliers, Supplier Engineering, Pilot Manufacturing, and Design Engineering
• Ability to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal technical guidance

Who We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree (Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science); or Master’s degree (Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science) with 3+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience
• Experienced with Python coding language for automating test scripts, tracking metrics and interfacing with third party devices
• Skilled troubleshooting capabilities in the areas of electro/mechanical assemblies
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes
• Proficient in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) with approach to structured problem-solving and decision-making
• Experience in Engineering Change Management Process
• Understanding of test FPY processes/procedures

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $86,000.00 - $192,000.00. The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks And Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.