IC Test Engineer
Location: Santa Rosa, California, USA
Work Arrangement: Onsite – hands-on laboratory and test-system work required
Employment Type: Full-Time

Experienced IC Test Engineer to develop, execute, automate, and improve test solutions for integrated circuits, including microwave and millimeter-wave ICs (MMICs).

This position combines RF characterization, semiconductor testing, wafer probing, test automation, software development, troubleshooting, and data analysis. The engineer will work with custom-built test stations, laboratory measurement equipment, and cross-functional design and process engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of relevant experience in RF characterization and wafer-probe measurements, along with strong programming skills and the ability to support demanding product-development and manufacturing schedules.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
Relevant thesis work and/or industry experience in millimeter-wave IC characterization is expected.

Technical Experience

At least 3 years of experience in RF characterization of active and passive components.
Experience measuring RF parameters such as reflection coefficient, matching, TOI, P1dB, and noise figure.
Hands-on experience with electronic test and measurement equipment, such as:
- Vector network analyzers
- Signal sources or generators
- Spectrum analyzers
- Related RF measurement instruments
Experience with wafer-probe calibration and on-wafer integrated-circuit measurements.
Software development or programming proficiency in at least one of the following:
- C#
- C++/.NET
- C
- Visual Studio development environment

Candidates with the following additional skills will be particularly attractive:

Experience automating electrical tests.
Strong C#, .NET, and Visual Studio programming experience.
Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in IC testing.
Knowledge of semiconductor device physics and manufacturing processes.
Understanding of RF and analog integrated-circuit design and analysis.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and process improvement.
Experience with PCB board design.
Experience with Keysight ADS or equivalent RF/electronic design and simulation tools.
Ability to take a lead role on technical projects.

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