Validation and Characterization Engineer

OSI USA Danvers; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ams OSRAM seeks a Validation and Characterization Engineer to join our Plano, TX team to validate semiconductor products, develop testing methods, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in semiconductor validation or test engineering, a B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering, strong data analysis, debugging skills, and PCB assembly experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in semiconductor validation, characterization or test engineering.
• Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering required; master's preferred.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with PCB assembly and hardware debugging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and hardware solutions to enhance testing capabilities.
• Assist characterization data collection and analysis across PVT.
• Meet critical schedule milestones in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with design, ATE, and systems teams to resolve issues.
• Assist post-silicon debugging using lab instruments.
• PCB soldering and assembly.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Data analysis

Cross-functional collab

Hands-on testing

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Eng

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Oscilloscope

SMU

Function generator

Lab instruments

Job description

Your tasks

ams OSRAM is a global leader in optical solutions. By adding intelligence to light and passion to innovation, we enrich people's lives. This is what we mean by Sensing is Life. Our around 20,000+ employees worldwide focus on innovation across sensing, illumination and visualization to make journeys safer, medical diagnoses more accurate and daily moments in communication a richer experience.

We are seeking a motivated Validation an Characterization Engineer to join our engineering team and contribute to the development of innovative sensor technologies. This role will support the evaluation and validation of semiconductor products throughout the development lifecycle, helping ensure product performance, quality, and reliability. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and solutions-oriented engineer who enjoys working in a hands-on technical environment and contributing to the successful development of next generation sensing solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop software and hardware solutions to enhance testing capabilities of our sensors
• Assist characterization efforts in data collection and analysis across PVT
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment to meet critical schedule milestones
• Work with cross-functional teams (design, ATE, systems engineering, etc.) to ensure milestones completion and assist in resolving customer related issues
• Assist post-silicon debug efforts to find root cause of issues using lab instruments (i.e. oscilloscope, function generator, smu, etc.)
• PCB soldering and assembly

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field required; Master's degree preferred
• 3+ years of relevant experience in semiconductor validation, characterization, product engineering, test engineering, or a related field preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering functions
• Self-motivated and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Basic understanding of PCB assembly, soldering, and hardware debugging
• Familiarity with programming and/or scripting languages (Python, Perl, C/C++, etc.) preferred
• Working knowledge of data analysis tools (i.e. Spotfire) preferred

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact the local Recruiter, Hiring Manager or HR Manager in the location in which you are applying for.