ATE Hardware Design - Principal Engineer
Core
Lead end-to-end design, development, integration, and validation of advanced ATE test hardware for semiconductor back-end assembly and test operations.
Role type
Principal ATE Hardware Design Engineer
Builds
Load boards, probe cards, sockets, and related interfaces for wafer sort and final test applications
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Test hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
ATE test hardware lifecycle management, high-speed digital design, signal integrity (SI), power integrity (PI), complex multilayer PCB design, SI/PI analysis, semiconductor test flows, ATE architecture, troubleshooting complex electrical issues
Preferred skills
Roadmap development, design automation, reusable design checks, standardized hardware methodologies
Technologies
Advantest V93000, EXA Scale, Teradyne J750, UltraFLEX, UltraFLEXplus, Cadence Allegro, Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS
Responsibilities
Own complete ATE test hardware development lifecycle from requirements to production support; Design and review complex test hardware including load boards and probe cards; Lead schematic, stack-up, component-placement, and routing with focus on SI/PI and manufacturability; Perform or guide SI/PI analysis, simulation, bring-up, and debugging; Partner with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to ensure technical alignment and quality; Define and improve test hardware design methodologies and validation strategies; Coordinate multiple hardware initiatives and manage technical risks; Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and suppliers
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence
