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Teradyne ATE Test Engineer in Agoura Hills, California
We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne (https://www.teradyne.com/) companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
Teradyne’s Silicon Technology Engineering group (STE) needs an entry level junior ATE test engineer who supports new product introduction and is responsible for developing production test programs and to improve test repeatability, test time and product yield. Candidates must have in depth knowledge on computer programming and good working knowledge of semiconductor devices. The role will involve direct communication with internal ASIC designers and the end users of these ASICs.
Job Functions:
Support transfer of production test program from Teradyne to aggregator
Develop ATE test program for our complex mixed custom designed ASIC to be used in Teradyne’s test systems
Design high performance probe card and loadboard to be used for our custom designed ASIC, often includes signal integrity analysis for 10Gbps SERDES links and multi-Gbps datalinks
Works with product engineers to produce correlation reports between TER ATE results and aggregator ATE results
Works with product engineers to manage ATE yield characterization over process
Support Gage R&R plan and improve test program to meet the repeatability and reproducibility goals
Define specification limits for wafer sort (WS) and final test (FT)
Establish acceptable yield targets for WS and FT
Define and ensure that product quality and yield targets are met
Track in-line wafer monitor data (process control monitors) as needed to ensure quality and yield of products
Track yield at both WS and FT and provide periodic summary reports on yield
Analyze supplier data to identify ways to prevent quality issues
Provide first level of debug when WS or FT yield is below acceptable yield targets
Production test development and maintenance
Technical interface between Teradyne and vendors of Teradyne’s STE
Sign-off of Production Test releases
Initiate and assist in the implementation of production test changes to enhance yield as needed for cost reduction and/or assurance of supply
Support root cause analysis of ASIC failures as first point of contact for RMAs and failure analysis
Expedient and effective hands-on diagnosis of issues with products
Support Root Cause Analysis as required both during development and in high volume manufacturing
Assist in evaluation of devices as needed on bench set ups or at ATE to diagnose issues
Support corrective action for Test Escapes by managing production test changes (limit changes, test enhancements)
Define and support DOEs for yield and quality improvements
Provide inputs into DFM, DFT and FMEA activities.
Education required
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science required
Master’s degree is preferred
1-2 years of ATE industry experience is desired
A good understanding of semiconductor fundamentals is a must
Competencies:
Needs to be able to work independently as well as with the team
Able to respond to shifting demands and changes in priority
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Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at 978-370-3041 or contact them at HR.Service.Center@teradyne.com for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.