Application Engineer

Company Overview

Advantest America Inc. is part of Advantest Corporation, the world's largest provider of automated test equipment (ATE) for the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures cutting-edge testing solutions that help semiconductor manufacturers ensure the quality and performance of their products. Advantest is known for innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting its customers and employees.

• Mission: Improve lives through advanced technologies and customer‑focused innovation.
• Vision: Be the most trusted and valued test solution provider in the semiconductor value chain.
• Core Values:
  • Innovation is our Lifeblood
  • Number One is Our Aspiration
  • Trust is our Foundation
  • Empowerment is Our Motivation
  • Global is our Reach
  • Respect is our Heart
  • Inclusion and Diversity is Our Commitment
  • Teamwork is our Approach
  • Yes is Our Attitude

At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We're looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You'll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact. We foster an integrity‑centered culture—where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.

Join a dynamic development and support team focused on the Advantest V93000 Semiconductor Test System, specializing in Analog, Power Management, and Automotive device applications.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership and application support throughout the pre‑ and post‑sales lifecycle. Responsibilities include developing innovative test solutions on the V93000 platform and mentoring customer engineering teams to ensure proficiency and long‑term success with the system.

• Develop advanced test applications for the Advantest V93000 platform, with a focus on Analog and Power Management ICs.
• Provide pre‑sales technical support, including product demonstrations, device benchmarking, and competitive analysis of system hardware and software features.
• Design and implement complete test solutions—both hardware and software—for complex semiconductor devices.
• Support the transition of test solutions into high‑volume production environments, ensuring robust execution and performance.
• Offer subject matter expertise in areas such as load board design, test program development, solution deployment, best practices, test time optimization, and program conversions.
• Lead the technical scoping, design, and validation of solutions to align with customer business objectives.
• Identify and coordinate both Advantest and third‑party resources required to deliver comprehensive customer solutions, while managing deliverables and timelines.
• Develop and maintain project plans for complex engagements, ensuring on‑time and quality delivery.
• Collaborate with R&D and global technical teams to share insights on emerging technologies and trends within the Analog and Power Management segments.
• Serve as the voice of the customer, advocating for their needs and priorities within the organization.
• Design and deliver customer training programs and technical consultation materials.
• Establish deep technical partnerships with customers, providing value‑driven insights and reports that support their decision‑making and business outcomes.

• 93K Tester programming experience