Production Support Engineer

• Mechanical and electrical installation, setup, upgrade, calibration, and maintenance of Advantest Test systems according to quality standards.
• Comprehensive hands-on troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of complex test systems and peripheral equipment.
• Spare parts management, including the physical handling, exchange, and installation of heavy assemblies and mechanical/electronic components.
• Test Cell Support and docking/undocking of test systems.
• Integration of systems, hardware interfaces, and services into the customer’s production environment.
• Install, adapt, and configure systems software (e.g., Operating System, Tester Software, diagnostic tools, etc.) according to customer requirements and Advantest regulations.
• Solves a broad range of hardware and software problems of varying scope and complexity directly at the machine level.
• Collect, evaluate, and provide customer requirements for consideration in product improvements and new product developments.
• Handle short-term projects and achieve results by applying project management methodology.

• University Degree / Master / Bachelor in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or technical school (associate engineering degree) inclusive practical, hands-on experience.
• Solid practical skills in mechanical assembly, electronics, and manual handling of heavy system components.
• Knowledge in MS Office. Preferred skills in Linux (Redhat) operating system, IT networks, and software-based system diagnostics.
• Strong hands-on mentality and demonstrated troubleshooting skills on both hardware and software levels.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Ability and motivation to work in teams and in a global environment.
• Physical resilience and ability to work with minimum supervision under pressure directly on-site at customer facilities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Fluent German and English language skills.

• Benefits
• Development
• Fitness
• Security
• Flexibility: Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence
• Benefits: Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)
• Development: Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions
• Fitness: Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days
• Security: Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations
• Insights into our work environment

Advantest Europe GmbH Böblingen, 71034 Vollzeit Advantest - We enable tomorrow’s technology. IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.You work in international teams with a high degree of personal responsibility and short communication channels.