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Semiconductor Test Engineer

Company:
Chelsea Search Group
Location:
Minneapolis, MN
Posted:
February 11, 2026
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Description:

Semiconductor Test Engineer

Job Description:

As a Test Engineer you will develop, modify, and sustain test software on a Cohu Diamondx Semiconductor ATE instrumentation for digital, analog, and mixed-signal ICs. You will create test software for state-of-the-art advanced technology devices in a fast-paced environment. You will manage test infrastructure, ensuring efficient/high-quality test processes, and mentoring other engineers requires on-site, in-office work. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience using the Cohu Diamondx platform and a career history of test program development from scratch based on design documentation and successful debug of silicon extending to production release.

Duties and Qualifications:

• Create/Modify/Sustain IC Test Programs

- Digest design documentation of complex ICs

- Create test specifications based on design documentation

- Develop test software consistent with the test specification

• Debug Packaged Silicon

- Troubleshoot test software and first silicon

- Modify test specifications and test programs in a disciplined, methodical manner

- Communicate issues, solution options, and results to team members

• Production Support

- Audit test software for compliance to the test specification

- Maintain test software configuration control in the Quality Management System

- Support the Quality system by complying with policy, procedures, and specifications to assure compliance to AS-9100

- Maintain calibration compliance of tester hardware

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve test-related issues

- Monitor test yields and implement corrective actions as required

• Organizational Development

- Mentor early career engineers in IC test methods and critical concepts

- Exemplify professional behavior and be a role model for others

- Communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred

• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor/IC test engineering and/or 5 years of Cohu Diamondx test program development experience

• Knowledge of IC packaging, wafer probe, and final test processes

• Proficiency with test program development and documentation

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Experience working with defense or aerospace customers is a plus

• Eligibility for a security clearance is a plus

Full-time + Benefits (Health and Dental Insurance, 401K Plan with Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off (PTO), Stock Option Plan)

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