StaffPrincipal Engineer, Test Development

About the Role

As a Test Development Engineer you will support New Product Introduction (NPI) and R&D projects to enable successful release of new semiconductor products and packages into production. You will be responsible for developing robust test solutions ensuring test readiness and driving continuous improvement in yield and test performance.

What You Will Do

• Support test development activities for NPI and R&D projects ensuring smooth product and package release to production
• Develop and debug test programs based on product test specifications
• Perform GR&R on test handlers to ensure compliance with test system release criteria
• Conduct data analysis across process freeze corner matrix qualification and pre-production phases
• Initiate Failure Analysis (FA) for electrical rejects identify failure modes and drive root cause understanding
• Prepare test release reports and support project leaders in Change Review meetings
• Evaluate and explore new tester platforms in alignment with global Back-End Engineering teams
• Support new tester evaluation including GR&R test correlation data analysis and program optimization
• Develop test programs for tester platform conversion and migration activities
• Drive test escape prevention and improve screening strategies for both new and existing products
• Support yield improvement and breakthrough initiatives through data-driven analysis

What You Will Need

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering Physics or related field
• Experience in semiconductor test development NPI or high-volume manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of ATE (Automated Test Equipment) and test methodologies
• Knowledge of wafer sort and/or final test processes
• Experience in data analysis and yield improvement
• Familiarity with failure analysis processes and root cause investigation
• Programming knowledge (e.g. C/C Python or tester-specific languages) is an advantage
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all and we consider all applicants fairly as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Womens groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.