Associate Test Engineer, Test Engineering (Graduate Opportunity)

Semtech; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Location : Bristol

Jumpstart Your Career with Semtech’s Signal Integrity Products Group

Are you about to complete your degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline? Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and eager to develop innovative test solutions for high-performance products? Join Semtech’s Signal Integrity Products (SIP) Group as an Associate Engineer in Lifecycle Test Engineering and be part of a team shaping the future of semiconductor technology.

About Us

At Semtech, our SIP Group designs and manufactures advanced mixed-signal integrated circuits for the world’s leading data, video, and consumer communication companies. Our mission is to deliver products that not only meet but exceed quality and performance standards while achieving the lowest cost of test. We thrive on solving complex challenges, developing ground-breaking hardware and software test solutions, and empowering our people to grow alongside us. If you're ready to learn from some of the best minds in the industry, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As an Associate Engineer in Lifecycle Test Engineering, you’ll:

• Develop and implement cutting-edge test solutions for new products at both package and wafer level using the Advantest V93000 test platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate new product designs and provide critical feedback based on automated test equipment (ATE) results.
• Participate in product design meetings, working with senior engineers to integrate Design-for-Test (DFT) strategies into new devices.
• Perform ATE characterization to validate product performance across varying conditions and process variations.
• Support product qualification efforts, developing reliability screening solutions to assess long-term device performance.
• Deploy and optimize test solutions at offshore manufacturing sites, supporting the ramp-up to full production.
• Continuously improve existing test solutions to enhance yield, test time, and product margins.

What We’re Looking For:

If you’re a recent graduate or about to complete your degree, this is your chance to gain hands-on experience in semiconductor test engineering. Here's what we're looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field (or expected completion soon).
• Hands-on lab experience with a basic understanding of PCB and circuit design.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Enthusiasm to meet challenging project deadlines and manage multiple projects.

Preferred Skills (Not Essential – We’ll Support Your Development!):

• Familiarity with ATE platforms, reliability testing, or statistical analysis tools.
• Passion for innovation and delivering high-quality results.

Why Choose Semtech?

At Semtech, your career development matters as much as the technology we create. You'll gain invaluable hands-on experience, collaborate with experts, and build a solid foundation in semiconductor test engineering.

We offer:

• A pay-for-performance philosophy that rewards your contributions.
• Access to industry-leading tools and a world-class engineering team.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• A supportive, collaborative environment that empowers you to succeed.

UK Employee Benefits Include:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Private Medical Healthcare
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

If you're ready to join a team that's shaping the future of mixed-signal technology, apply today and take the first step in your semiconductor career with Semtech!

We look forward to hearing from you!