Test Systems Engineer, Test Excellence
Core
Identify test gaps, translate failure mechanisms into testable requirements, engineer system-representative test coverage, and deploy test solutions to prevent defects in semiconductor manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC test systems engineer (semiconductor manufacturing)
Builds
Test fixtures, test systems, and validation practices for semiconductor equipment
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing and materials science
Required skills
failure analysis, FMEA/FMECA, test requirement definition, test system design, validation, calibration, data analysis, cross-functional leadership, preventive maintenance planning, process improvement
Preferred skills
none stated
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Identify test gaps using field failures and failure analysis; Translate failure mechanisms into specific testable requirements; Engineer functional, parametric, stress, and thermal test coverage; Challenge legacy test methods with evidence; Own test solutions from concept through production deployment; Prove test effectiveness via correlation and repeatability; Deploy test systems at suppliers and factories; Maintain test system reliability and performance; Measure detection effectiveness and operational indicators; Prevent recurrence by improving supplier mandates and design for testability; Lead initiatives across suppliers, factories, and engineering teams; Build scalable Test Excellence capability and mentor engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities