RF ATE Test Engineer
Protouch Staffing
Job Description
Job Description
RF ATE Test Engineer
Position: Full-Time, In-Person
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced RF ATE Test Engineer to support the validation and testing of advanced wireless semiconductor devices. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in RF testing, automated test equipment, semiconductor test methodologies, and wireless communication systems.
In this role, you will design and develop automated test solutions, define test strategies, execute and analyze RF test cases, and work closely with engineering teams to ensure products meet performance, reliability, and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement RF ATE test strategies, methodologies, and test plans for semiconductor devices.
Design, develop, debug, and maintain automated test programs and test environments.
Develop and execute RF characterization, functional, performance, and production test cases.
Program and optimize Advantest V93K systems with the Wavescale option using the SmarTest 8 environment.
Analyze test data, identify failures and trends, and recommend corrective actions.
Perform RF measurements and characterization using spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and related equipment.
Collaborate with design, validation, applications, firmware, product, and manufacturing engineering teams to define test requirements.
Develop automated solutions to improve test coverage, test efficiency, accuracy, and production throughput.
Support device bring-up, characterization, qualification, and production ramp activities.
Troubleshoot complex RF, analog, digital, and system-level issues.
Develop and maintain test software and automation frameworks.
Support continuous improvement of ATE hardware, software, test methodologies, and production processes.
Prepare technical documentation, test reports, and analysis of test results.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other RF test engineers as applicable.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
5+ years of experience in ATE test engineering or a closely related semiconductor test role.
5+ years of hands-on experience developing test programs on Advantest V93K with Wavescale.
Strong experience with the SmarTest 8 test development environment.
5+ years of RF testing and characterization experience.
Strong understanding of communications theory, RF fundamentals, and signal processing.
Experience with analog electronics and electrical systems.
Proficiency using RF and electronic test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
Hands-on experience with communication and high-speed interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, PCI/PCIe, SerDes, and FPGA-based systems.
Strong programming skills in Java; experience with Python or R is a plus.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or other low-power wireless technologies.
Experience with system-level validation and verification.
Knowledge of semiconductor quality standards, regulatory requirements, and RF testing methodologies.
Experience with wireless communication semiconductor products.
Experience developing production test solutions and improving test coverage and throughput.
Previous experience leading, mentoring, or technically guiding RF/ATE test engineers.
Experience with product characterization, qualification, and manufacturing test.
Strong understanding of RF performance metrics and wireless device specifications.
Core Skills
RF Testing | ATE Test Engineering | Advantest V93K | Wavescale | SmarTest 8 | RF Characterization | Semiconductor Testing | Signal Processing | Communications Theory | Java | Python | BLE | Analog Electronics | Automated Test Development | System Validation | Test Equipment | Debugging & Troubleshooting
Work Environment
This is a full-time, in-person engineering position in San Jose, California, requiring hands-on interaction with RF test equipment, ATE systems, laboratory hardware, and cross-functional engineering teams.
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Company Description
Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.
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