Work Location: HsinChu City (On-site)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated Associate Test Engineer to support our test development and optimization activities. You will work with experienced engineers on automated test equipment (ATE), supporting products from first silicon bring-up through production release. You will gain hands-on experience in test development, debug, data analysis, and yield improvement across multiple product groups, with mentoring and structured on-the-job learning.
Responsibilities:
Job Description
- Assist in creating and updating ATE test solutions and reviewing hardware schematics (30%)
- Support NPI bring-up, test program debugging and initial product validation & characterization (20%)
- Conduct data gathering and analysis of test results to identify failure modes, trends, and opportunities for test optimization (15%)
- Support test hardware setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting on ATE (15%)
- Document test procedures, specifications, and create technical reports on test coverage & correlation studies (10%)
- Collaborate on yield improvement and test time reduction initiatives across different product groups such as LoRa, SIP, FHS, CAP (10%)
Minimum Qualifications:
- At least Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, related field
- Good understanding of electronics fundamentals and circuit analysis
- Intermediate exposure to programming (C/C++, Python, or similar) and Unix OS
- Knowledge in use of electronics equipment such as oscilloscope, DMM, signal generator/analyzer
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Good communication skills with English
- Ability to work in a global team environment
- Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; no prior full-time experience required.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, etc.)
- Coursework in digital/analog design, testing, or measurement systems
- Knowledge of scripting languages for test automation
- Ability to read schematics and basic PCB layout
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Understanding of electronics fundamentals and circuit analysis
- Intermediate programming exposure in C, C++, Python, or similar
- Experience or knowledge with Unix operating systems
- Ability to use electronics equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and signal generators or analyzers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Good English communication skills
- Ability to work in a global team environment
- Knowledge of test equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
- Coursework in digital or analog design, testing, or measurement systems
- Knowledge of scripting languages for test automation
- Ability to read schematics and basic PCB layouts
Semtech Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Up to 20 weeks of paid maternity/parental leave is highlighted in multiple regions. Enhanced leave is positioned as a core part of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are standard elements of the offering. Core health coverage features prominently alongside other benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and time‑off programs are explicitly included. Time off is emphasized together with flexible/hybrid work policies where possible.
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