Application Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an application engineer who will deliver technical expertise for digital, mixed-signal, analog and RF IC device testing solution implementation to customer based on Advantest 93K products and services. They will provide support for both pre-sales and post-sales assessment of customer needs as well as quick implementation/execution of the solution. You'll work on cutting edge technology working side by side with our customers in close collaboration with R&D and marketing in a cross-functional, international environment. This is an ideal position for a software or electrical engineer with a strong test engineering background, requiring both in depth knowledge of the V93000 system, as well as strong SW skills for writing test programs and tooling to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide technical leadership and support in the sales and support of Advantest V93000 Semiconductor Test Systems and Applications for a specific customer or wherever business needs dictate.
• Requires RF technology skills in fields like Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n, 5G, 802.15.4, mmWave, WiGig, or Radar
• Familiar with Rx and Tx Test Methodology, Test Library with DEVM, Carrier Frequency Stability, EDR Frequency Error and Modulation Characteristics.
• Ability to design hardware for RF devices and having knowledge of RF Matching and De-embedding is a plus
• Ensures the product functions per specifications.
• Perform analysis of complex IC manufacturer customer requirements providing expertise on topics such as: Performance, Design, Utilization, Optimization, test program development/conversions and Implementation Strategies
• Accountable for the design, scoping, and technical validity of the solution to achieve the customer's business objectives.
• Focus for technical topics is on mixed signal and RF technologies, digital and DC testing
• Solves problems of limited scope and complexity
• Travel: Approximately 25% travel to various customer and Advantest sites.

Requirements:

• BS in electrical engineering, computer science or equivalent discipline and experience
• V93000 and/or other ATE test engineering experience
• >7 years practical experience in application development or test engineering on ATE for analog and RF devices
• Knowledge and experience on test program development for high frequency RF devices such as 5G, 802.15.4, mmWave, WiGig or Radar
• Demonstrated experience with LINUX, JAVA, C, C++
• Strong trouble shooting skills
• Knowledge of semiconductor industry
• Ability to work in a fast paced, project oriented, team environment
• Positive attitude and good communication skills

Additional Skills Preferred (but not required):

• MS degree or higher
• Signal integrity design, simulation and measurement experience
• ATE test interface board (load board) design and verification