Principal NPI Test Engineer

Serve as test engineering authority in product architecture reviews and gate meetings

Partner with IC design teams from concept phase to ensure optimal test coverage and manufacturability

Lead test readiness reviews with stakeholders, providing strategic recommendations

Collaborate with Product Engineering to define characterization strategies and correlation methodologies

Interface with customer quality teams on test specifications and coverage requirements

Architect and launch test solutions that achieve test time targets for complex mixed-signal devices

Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce NPI cycle time by 10-20%

Research and implement next-generation ATE capabilities and measurement techniques

Develop proprietary test methods that provide competitive advantage in cost and quality

Lead evaluation and adoption of new test platforms, instrumentation, and methodologies

Pioneer implementation of AI/ML techniques for yield enhancement and test optimization

Establish Semtech as industry leader in mixed-signal test innovation

Ensure seamless transfer of test solutions to high-volume OSATs with >99% first-pass success

Drive test cost reduction initiatives delivering year-over-year improvements

Establish and monitor KPIs for test effectiveness, efficiency, and quality

Mentor junior engineers, developing next generation of test leaders

Create and maintain comprehensive test methodology documentation and training materials

Build strategic relationships with test partners to influence platform development

Foster culture of innovation and continuous learning within test organization

Expert-level proficiency with Advantest V93000 platform (SmarTest 7/8)

Advanced programming skills in C/C++, Python, and TCL

Deep understanding of high-speed signal integrity, jitter analysis, and BER testing

Expertise in analog/mixed-signal DFT techniques (BIST, scan, boundary scan)

Proficiency in RF/microwave test techniques beyond 40GHz

Strong foundation in statistical process control and quality methodologies

Experience with PCB design tools (Cadence, Altium) and signal integrity simulation

Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority across organizations

Track record of delivering complex projects on aggressive schedules

Strong presentation skills to executive leadership and customers

Proven ability to build and maintain strategic vendor relationships

Serves as company-wide test architecture authority for mixed-signal products

Builds test capabilities that enable entry into new markets and applications

Establishes Semtech's reputation as test innovation leader in high-speed communications

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