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# Test Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** RENESAS ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC.
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Analog-To-Digital Converters, Automation of Tests, Software Debugging, Release Management, Hardware Testing, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** June 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C28F82450D494B89A69098DA14C48506/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelors in Electrical, Mechanical, or other related field with 5+ years or equivalent experience

Experience & Skills:

 * 5+ years of experience working with Automated Test Systems (ATE).
 * Proficient with ATE analog digital instruments, PCB layout parasitic reduction, and strong debug/troubleshooting experience, A Test HW Engineer manages and executes within the test development team owning ATE HW solutions from planning stage to production stage including continuous improvement. With years of experience in semiconductor industry, this role involves collaborating with ATE Test Engineers to ensure release of ATE solutions in a timely manner.

## Description

* Project manage the design and logistics of loadboards, probe cards, test sockets and change kits from definition, RFQ, design review and approval to NPI or Production Release.
 * Review and validate ATE HW Request forms.
 * Review schematic, layout, and BOM for compliance.
 * Support first article build, debug, and correlation.
 * Maintain Test team inventory and ATE hardware status.
 * Main contact with loadboards, probe cards, test sockets and change kit vendors for technical, commercial and operational aspects.
 * Coordinate vendor shipments and track deliveries.
 * Own the vendor tier strategy for loadboards, probe cards, test sockets and change kits on technical, operational and commercial benchmarks.
 * Interface with ATE Test Engineering team for PCB design and execute to support NPI timeline.
 * Technical expertise in module testing (socket, board, changekit and handling) on ATE/handlers and providing technical direction for production solution


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