Senior Product Test Engineer

📋 Description

• • Semtech Corporation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Test Engineer to join our dynamic Asia Engineering Team, based remotely in Taiwan. This pivotal role is central to the success of our Signal Integrity Products, LoRa, CAP, and Force-Touch Sensing product lines, demanding a deep understanding of semiconductor testing and a proactive approach to ensuring product excellence.
• • As a Senior Product Test Engineer, you will be instrumental in the entire product lifecycle, from the initial stages of New Product Introduction (NPI) development, supporting small volume samples, all the way through to mass production release. Your expertise will guide products through critical milestones, ensuring a seamless transition from R&D to full-scale manufacturing.
• • A core responsibility involves the development and meticulous optimization of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) programs and hardware. You will primarily leverage the Advantest V93000 platform, a leading-edge system, to create robust testing solutions for both production and characterization phases. This includes designing efficient test flows that accurately assess product performance.
• • You will translate complex electrical specifications derived from device datasheets into comprehensive ATE test plans. This requires a keen analytical mind to identify critical test points, develop effective test methodologies, and ensure that all performance criteria are met. Your work will directly impact the quality and reliability of Semtech's cutting-edge semiconductor products.
• • The role extends to the creation of detailed probe and final test schematics. You will take a leading role in, or actively participate in, hardware review meetings, ensuring that the physical test setups are optimized for accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• • A significant aspect of your contribution will be the collection and rigorous analysis of device performance data. You will establish precise test limits, conduct thorough temperature characterization to understand performance across various environmental conditions, and correlate test parameters with system-level performance metrics. Furthermore, you will perform Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies to validate the accuracy and consistency of your test methods.
• • You will also be responsible for supporting Return Material Authorization (RMA) verification processes. This involves diagnosing returned products, identifying root causes of failures, and implementing appropriate fixes within the test infrastructure to enhance overall test quality and prevent recurrence.
• • A key objective is to identify opportunities and drive initiatives for test time and test cost reductions without compromising test coverage or product quality. This requires innovative thinking and a data-driven approach to optimize testing processes.
• • You will actively support yield improvement efforts by investigating engineering characterization (EQC) failures, analyzing failure trends, and documenting best practices to ensure consistent high-quality output. Your insights will be crucial in maintaining and enhancing production yields.
• • This role demands a collaborative spirit, working closely with R&D, Product Management, and Operations teams to ensure alignment and drive NPI milestones effectively. You will be a key liaison, bridging the gap between design, characterization, and manufacturing.
• • The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in semiconductor test engineering, with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful test solutions. Experience with high-speed analog and mixed-signal testing, signal integrity principles, and statistical analysis is essential for success in this challenging and rewarding position.
• • You will contribute to the continuous improvement of test methodologies, staying abreast of the latest advancements in ATE technology and semiconductor testing techniques to maintain Semtech's competitive edge in the market.
• • This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality and performance of Semtech's advanced products, contributing directly to the company's reputation for innovation and reliability in the global semiconductor industry.