Test Hardware Engineer

Company Description

A Test HW Engineer manages and executes within the test development team owning ATE HW solutions from planning stage to production stage including continuous improvement.  With years of experience in semiconductor industry, this role involves collaborating with ATE Test Engineers to ensure release of ATE solutions in a timely manner. 

Renesas Electronics, a leading global semiconductor company, is rapidly scaling its AI-focused power delivery business. Products include high-performance digital power VRMs, multiphase controllers, Smart Power Stages (SPS), Vertical Power Stages (SPS with integrated capacitors and multiple silicon die), Power Towers (power modules integrating multiple SPS-equivalents with capacitors and inductors), and power MOSFETs. 

Job Description

• 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 execute to support NPI timeline.  
• Technical expertise in module testing (socket, board, changekit and handling) on ATE/handlers and providing technical direction for production solution  

Qualifications

• Bachelors 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

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting 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 law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.