Principal Test Engineer

$200k - $225k

Insight Global

San Diego, CA

Role Title: Principal NPI Test Engineer

Location: San Diego, CA (HYBRID: Monday - Thursday onsite, Fridays remote)

Role Type: Permanent

Pay Rate: $200k - $225k base + bonuses, RSUs and benefits

Required Skills and Experience:

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in semiconductor test engineering
7+ years specifically in mixed-signal test development
Proven track record leading NPI programs for high-speed communication ICs
Expert-level proficiency with Advantest V93000 OR Teradyne UltraFlex
Advanced programming skills in C/C++, Python, and TCL
Deep understanding of high-speed signal integrity, jitter analysis, and BER testing
Expertise in analog/mixed-signal DFT techniques (BIST, scan, boundary scan)
Strong foundation in statistical process control and quality methodologies
Experience with PCB design tools (Cadence, Altium) and signal integrity simulation
Strong presentation skills to executive leadership and customers
Experience building and maintaining strategic vendor relationships

Nice to Haves

Master's degree or PhD in relevant engineering discipline
15+ years in semiconductor test with focus on SerDes/high-speed I/O
Experience with SiGe BiCMOS process technology and its test challenges
Knowledge of automotive quality standards (AEC-Q100) and qualification flows
Familiarity with 93000 PS1600/PS3600 digital channels and Wave Scale RF
Experience with wafer-level testing and probe card design
Experience with test data analytics and machine learning applications

Key Responsibilities:

Own multiple NPI projects from start to finish
Train and guide junior engineers
Develop/debug ATE test programs on Advantest V93000 (93K)
Support test development on Teradyne uFlex for analog/sensing products
Review test hardware designs (load boards, probe interfaces)
Perform hands-on lab work: bring-up, silicon debug, and production release
Partner with design teams on DFT and testability requirements
Support characterization, correlation, and test readiness reviews
Transfer solutions to OSAT/manufacturing sites and drive yield improvements

Insight Global is seeking a Principal NPI Test Engineer to serve as the technical authority and strategic leader for new product introduction test development in our mixed-signal product portfolio. This role demands a proven innovator who can architect comprehensive test solutions spanning from early silicon validation through high-volume production. The ideal candidate will drive testability standards across the organization, lead complex multi-disciplinary projects, and deliver breakthrough test methodologies that enable next-generation high-speed communication products operating at 200Gbps and beyond.

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