RF ATE TEST ENGINEER

Department: Test Development Services (TDS)

Function: Semiconductor Test Development / IC Testing

Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Experience: 3–14 Years

Position Code: RF_01 : RF ATE Test Engineer (3-5 Years exp. )

Position Code: RF_02 : Sr RF ATE Test Engineer (5-14 years)

Employment Type: Full-Time

1. Job Purpose To develop, debug, characterize, and optimize Automated Test Equipment (ATE) test solutions for RF, Analog, and Mixed-Signal semiconductor devices. The role will support the complete product lifecycle, from first-silicon bring-up and characterization to production test release, yield improvement, and high-volume manufacturing.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. ATE Test Development

- Develop, debug, and optimize production test programs for RF, Analog, and Mixed-Signal ICs.
- Design and implement test solutions using Advantest V93K (SmarTest 8 preferred) or Teradyne UltraFLEX/J750 platforms.
- Develop and maintain test methodologies to ensure accurate, repeatable, and reliable device measurements.
- Support test program optimization, test coverage improvement, and production test-time reduction.

B. Product Characterization and Validation

- Support first-silicon bring-up, device characterization, production test development, qualification, and production release.
- Execute characterization across Process, Voltage, and Temperature (PVT) conditions.
- Develop and characterize RF, Analog, and Mixed-Signal circuit blocks, including:
- Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs)
- Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs)
- Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs)

- Oscillators and timing devices

- Power management circuits
- RF transceivers and related IPs
- Correlate ATE measurements with laboratory bench measurements and validation results.

C. RF Measurement and Data Analysis

- Perform RF characterization and testing involving frequency, output power, phase noise, harmonics, linearity, and sensitivity, as applicable to the device under test.
- Analyze characterization data and identify performance trends, outliers, and potential failure mechanisms.
- Use data analysis tools such as Excel, MATLAB, Python, or JMP to support engineering decisions.

D. Debugging and Yield Improvement

- Investigate test failures, perform root-cause analysis,



and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Drive yield improvement, test coverage enhancement, and product quality initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to optimize test time and reduce manufacturing costs without compromising quality or reliability.
- Support production ramp-up and resolve ATE-related issues in high-volume manufacturing environments.

E. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Documentation

- Collaborate with Design, Product Engineering, Validation, Applications, and Manufacturing teams throughout the product development cycle.
- Prepare test specifications, characterization reports, test documentation, and production release packages.
- Support product qualification, release readiness, and ongoing manufacturing improvements.

3. Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3–7 years of relevant experience in semiconductor ATE test development, preferably involving RF, Analog, or Mixed-Signal products.
- Hands-on experience with at least one of the following ATE platforms:
- Advantest V93K – SmarTest 8 preferred

- Teradyne UltraFLEX / J750
- Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, analog and digital electronics, mixed-signal testing, and semiconductor device characterization.
- Practical experience in RF measurement and characterization techniques.
- Familiarity with production test development, device characterization, and test program debugging.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working in cross-functional engineering teams.

4. Preferred Skills

- Experience testing RF ICs, PLLs, oscillators, transceivers, wireless connectivity devices, or timing products.
- Knowledge of RF bench instruments and measurement techniques, where applicable.
- Understanding of semiconductor product engineering,



manufacturing processes, and production release requirements.
- Experience in statistical data analysis, yield improvement, and systematic failure analysis.
- Exposure to test-time optimization, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Programming or data analysis experience using Python, MATLAB, Excel, or JMP.

5. Key Competencies

- ATE Test Program Development and Debugging
- RF and Mixed-Signal Characterization
- Semiconductor Test Methodologies
- Data Analysis and Technical Problem-Solving
- Root-Cause Analysis and Yield Improvement
- Test-Time Optimization
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Documentation and Process Discipline

6. Performance Expectations Success in this role will be demonstrated through:

- Timely development, debugging, and release of production-ready ATE test programs.
- Improved test coverage, measurement accuracy, and test repeatability.
- Effective characterization and correlation of ATE and bench results.
- Measurable contributions to yield improvement and test-time optimization.
- Timely resolution of production test issues and adherence to product quality requirements.

7. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a hands-on semiconductor test professional with practical ATE programming and debugging experience, a strong foundation in RF and Mixed-Signal electronics, and the ability to support product characterization through production ramp-up. CG SEMI – Make in India, for the World.

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- Total Experience (Years)
- Qualification (Full-time/Part time)
- Notice Period
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- Age
- Languages Known
- Current Fixed CTC
- Expected Fixed Compensation
- Open to Relocation to Sanand, Ahmedabad (Yes/No).

Be Part of the CG SEMI JourneyInnovate. Collaborate. Lead the Future. Contact: Mr. Siddharth Jain

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