Test Engineer | Space Power

About the role

Test is a crucial time in an IC development process; if you find a bug or an issue, it is a good time to fix it, but every additional second of testing adds cost when scaling a device into production. Test engineers must identify the critical points of the device where testing is most necessary and the points where some risk may be taken. This balance has the potential to save businesses millions of dollars.

Test engineers spend a significant amount of time in the lab. When not in the lab, they design test hardware using software tools like Cadence, build test programs on an ATE simulator, or troubleshoot programs and devices.

Responsibilities

• Design test hardware using software tools such as Cadence.
• Build and troubleshoot test programs on ATE simulators.
• Identify critical test points in semiconductor devices to optimize testing efficiency and cost.
• Develop and implement innovative analog test standards, processes, and methodologies.
• Analyze test data and present findings effectively.
• Optimize production test programs while maximizing test coverage on ATE.
• Drive innovative test standards to improve quality, reliability, and DPPM (Defective Parts Per Million).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., SBE, Quality, FAB, and Assembly sites) in a global environment.
• Manage complex projects and maintain strong organizational skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a Product/Test engineering role.

Qualifications

• Experience with ATE programming (ETS364 preferred).
• Proficiency with data analysis applications (e.g., SpotFire DXP, MBayse).
• Experience in semiconductor device testing and troubleshooting.
• Enthusiastic and curious mindset with a proven history of technical accomplishments.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with GaN technology and associated test methods.
• Project management, time management, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing robustness validation techniques.
• Experience in developing ATE corrective actions for customer returns.
• Advanced understanding of semiconductor device fundamentals.
• Advanced level of understanding and use of ATE.
• Advanced level of engineering statistics and statistical distribution analysis.
• Self-starter with willingness to learn new things.
• Experience building and maintaining working relationships with various teams.

About Us

At Texas Instruments (TI), we empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, as they push innovation forward and make TI stronger.

TI designs, manufactures, and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics, and communications equipment. Our passion is to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors.