Test Development Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY (Briefly describe the purpose of the position)
Plan, design and evaluate test development projects in collaboration with internal and external customers to ensure that all specifications meet customer expectations and organizational requirements. Degree in Electrical Engineering strongly preferred, must be willing to relocate to Wichita, Kansas (with assistance from company) and because we are an ITAR compliant facility must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. (or otherwise authorized to work under ITAR regulations)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE (List in order of importance)
· Develop semiconductor component-level test plans that determine methods, procedures, and conditions to ensure coverage of device specifications that meet customer application requirements.
· Develop Automated Test Equipment (ATE) test program hardware and software to test semiconductor devices per customer approved test plans.
· Configure and/or program bench level lab equipment as needed to meet test requirements.
· Work with the Sales Team to accurately cost quote device test development engineering hours, test platform hours, and the test hardware required to meet customer approved test plans.
· Work with the Operations Team to determine engineering feasibility and cost effectiveness for production-level test programs.
· Resolve technical problems using device/test debugging technics, and collection of test characterization data to reach engineering conclusions for driving corrective actions.
· Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE (List as required or preferred)
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; however, a combination of education and experience wherein the skills and abilities to perform the responsibilities and functions have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable.
Experience: Up to 2 years of the following experience is required:
· Developing IC test solutions on automated test equipment such as Teradyne, Advantest, LTX-Credence, etc. platforms.
· Test program development of digital, analog or mixed signal integrated circuits.
· Utilize knowledge of programming techniques, electronic, test equipment, and test specifications to develop test programs to a set schedule.
· Read, analyze, and interpret semiconductor datasheets and test specifications to estimate test program development time and material costs.
· Program manage individual test developments from initial stage to completion while accurately reporting status to all stakeholders.
· Maintain a high level of attention to detail and accuracy to ensure data integrity.
· Utilize effective communication skills with internal and external customers to achieve required results.
· Effectively and efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and other computer products and programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Overall Competences:
· Job Knowledge:
o Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of a particular field of specialization.
o Learns to use professional concepts.
· Technical Skill
o Has basic engineering ability and skills.
o Able to apply basic principles, theories and concepts learned to job situation.
o Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
· Design/Planning: Task Definition, Design, Project Planning
o Work is organized and tasks completed in a systematic fashion for thoroughness and quality.
o Develops a work schedule to meet deadlines.
o Knows when to elevate issues/tasks so that they will be completed on time.
· Job Complexity
o Works on problems of limited scope.
o Work assignments are limited in scope and complexity and require evaluation of technical data within defined procedure to make decisions and/or recommendations.
o Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.
o Builds stable working relationships internally.
· Problem Resolution
o Escalates problems and issues.
o Provides solutions to a variety of problems.
o Knows when to escalate issues for peer or supervisor input.
· Communication: Verbal/Written
o Has moderate contact with supervisor or designed leader to report project/work status.
o Has moderate interaction with other departments to provide technical knowledge to work with others in defining problems.
o Is assertive in presenting own ideas in work group.
o Produces reports that are detailed and thorough.
· Teamwork
o Active and effective participant as a team member.
o Keeps team needs in perspective with individual needs.
o Participates in discussion to identify and share improvement ideas.
o Promotes positive teamwork
· Personal Leadership: Influencing, Impact, Affecting Change, Coaching
o Achievements, sound decisions and recommendations lead to the success of program/department schedules.
o Influences individuals within work unit.
o Exhibits confidence with work.
· Supervision Required
o Normally receives detailed instructions on all work, but the most routine.
o Using established procedures and working under minimal supervision, performs routine assigned tasks.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills required of employees so classified.
In addition, this is not an employment contract and should not be construed or interpreted as creating an implied or expressed guarantee of continued employment. The employment relationship at Integra Technologies Inc is by mutual consent (Employment at Will).