Test Hardware Engineer

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Employee Resource Groups

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Renesas Electronics in Austin, Texas, is seeking a skilled Project Manager for the design and logistics of test components such as loadboards and probe cards. In this role, you'll oversee the entire process from definition through production release, coordinating with vendors and ensuring compliance during project execution.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of experience with Automated Test Systems. Join us to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment that values diversity and supports flexible working conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management.
• Proficiency with ATE analog digital instruments.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and logistics of test-related components.
• Validate ATE HW Request forms.
• Maintain test team inventory and ATE hardware.

Skills

Project Management

Automated Test Systems (ATE)

Debugging/Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Project manage the design and logistics of loadboards, probe cards, test sockets, and change kits from definition, RFQ, design review, and approval to NPI or Production Release.
• Review and validate ATE HW Request forms.
• Review schematic, layout, and BOM for compliance.
• Support first article build, debug, and correlation.
• Maintain Test team inventory and ATE hardware status.
• Main contact with loadboards, probe cards, test sockets, and change kit vendors for technical, commercial, and operational aspects.
• Coordinate vendor shipments and track deliveries.
• Own the vendor tier strategy for loadboards, probe cards, test sockets, and change kits on technical, operational, and commercial benchmarks.
• Interface with ATE Test Engineering team for PCB design and execution to support NPI timeline.
• Provide technical expertise in module testing (socket, board, changekit, and handling) on ATE/handlers and technical direction for production solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or other related field with 5+ years or equivalent experience.

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of experience working with Automated Test Systems (ATE).
• Proficient with ATE analog digital instruments, PCB layout parasitic reduction, and strong debug/troubleshooting experience.

Benefits

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.
• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe, and secure.
• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to celebrating diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.