Staff Engineer,Test Engineering Job Bristol area,England UK,Engineering

Test Engineer 3

Position Summary: The Test Engineer 3 position is responsible for leading test engineering functions for significant product areas or technology platforms within our semiconductor company. This position develops test strategies, manages complex test development initiatives, and provides expert guidance on test optimization and yield improvement. The role requires advanced expertise in semiconductor test engineering, strong analytical abilities, and leadership skills to ensure effective product validation while supporting business objectives in the highly technical semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Test Strategy and Architecture (25%):

Develop and implement test strategies for significant product lines or technology platforms
Create comprehensive test architectures, methodologies, and frameworks
Design innovative test approaches to address specialized semiconductor verification challenges
Establish test coverage objectives and performance metrics
Align test strategies with product quality objectives and business requirements

Advanced Test Development (20%):

Lead complex test program development for advanced semiconductor devices
Create sophisticated test algorithms and measurement techniques
Develop test solutions for challenging device parameters and specifications
Implement statistical test methods and adaptive test approaches
Provide technical leadership on critical test development challenges

Test Performance and Optimization (15%):

Lead test optimization initiatives and performance enhancement programs
Develop advanced test data analysis methodologies and predictive models
Create test efficiency strategies balancing coverage, quality, and cost
Implement innovative approaches to reduce test time and improve throughput
Drive continuous improvement of test methods and procedures

Test Technology and Innovation (15%):

Lead test technology implementation and innovation initiatives
Develop next-generation test capabilities and methodologies
Implement advanced test equipment features and capabilities
Create technology roadmaps for test platforms and infrastructure
Drive technological advancement of test capabilities

Test Yield and Quality Engineering (15%):

Lead test-based yield enhancement and quality improvement programs
Develop sophisticated yield analysis techniques and correlation methodologies
Create test-driven defect detection and prevention strategies
Implement advanced parametric test approaches and outlier detection
Drive quality improvements through enhanced test coverage and precision

Cross-functional Leadership and Collaboration (10%):

Serve as test engineering subject matter expert to product and manufacturing teams
Lead cross-functional test initiatives and improvement projects
Provide technical mentoring to test engineering teams
Build collaborative relationships with design, quality, and production engineering
Represent test engineering in technical forums and reviews

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field;
Master's degree preferred
5-7 years of progressive experience in semiconductor test engineering
Experience leading test development initiatives and optimization projects
Advanced knowledge of semiconductor test methodologies, automated test equipment, and data analysis techniques
Experience in semiconductor manufacturing environment required

Qualifications:

Expert knowledge of semiconductor test principles, methodologies, and technologies
Advanced understanding of device physics, parametric testing, and failure mechanisms
Strong knowledge of test equipment capabilities, languages, and programming techniques
Experience with statistical analysis, design of experiments, and test optimization
Excellent project leadership capabilities with experience managing test initiatives
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Superior technical communication and documentation abilities
Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and product characteristics
Strategic thinking with ability to align test strategies with product objectives
Experience with test data management, analytics, and yield improvement
Understanding of quality standards, reliability testing, and product qualification

Travel Requirements:

Moderate travel required (10-20% of time)
May include travel between test facilities, manufacturing sites, and customer locations

Level of Authority:

Leads test engineering for significant product areas or technology platforms
Makes decisions regarding test strategies, methodologies, and resource allocation
Provides authoritative guidance on test matters and methodology applications
Approves test specifications and program changes
May supervise test engineers or coordinate cross-functional teams

Job Complexity:

Performes highly complex test engineering activities requiring advanced expertise and judgment
Addresses sophisticated test challenges involving multiple parameters, specifications, and operational constraints
Develops test…

Staff Engineer, Test Engineering