Test Engineer

Job-ID: 25018692Category: Engineering - Product DevLocation: Knoxville, TN, United StatesPosted: 2026-10-20ECL/GTC Required: YesChange the world. Love your job. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that drives testing of highly integrated multi-rail power management devices going into markets with significant growth potential. The ideal candidate would have a background that includes probe and final test development of complex mixed signal circuits.As a test engineer, you will play a key role in developing and optimizing semiconductor test solutions for advanced battery charging products used in a wide range of applications. You will work closely with design, validation, product, and manufacturing teams to develop robust, cost-effective Automated Test Equipment (ATE) solutions that ensure product quality, reliability, and performance.The role provides opportunities to work with innovative battery charging technologies, including highly integrated power management devices, high-current charging solutions, and chargers with integrated power FETs. Some of the responsibilities include test program development, test hardware design, device characterization, trim optimization, test time reduction, and supporting new product introductions from initial silicon evaluation through high-volume manufacturing.The work you do will directly impact the customers by ensuring battery charging products deliver reliable, efficient, and consistent performance across a wide range of applications. Through innovative test solutions and a strong focus on quality, you will help accelerate time to market, improve product reliability, and deliver high-quality products that meet our customers' evolving needs and expectations.Responsibilities include:Work with design team to understand design specificationsGenerate test plan, create test and char program, design ATE hardware interface boardsDebug characterizing silicon on ATE, correlate results with bench dataAnalyze silicon results, supporting failure analysis tasksPerform statistical analysis of yield fallout, debug and fix yield issues; optimize test timeWork with production team to release products to volume productionTest strategy definition and implementation for new battery charging productsATE (Automatic Test Equipment) test hardware and softwareSilicon qualification& characterization including qual hardware developmentComprehensive device debugging, design validation and failure analysisDrive for robust and cost effective test solutions while being accountable for product qualityQualificationsMinimum requirements:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering3 years of relevant experience with integrated power management devicesATE experience on Teradyne Eagle or equivalent analog ATEPreferred qualifications:ATE experience on Teradyne Eagle or equivalent analog ATE (iFlex, LTX, VLCT), although Eagle experience is preferred and is a differentiatorCharacterization test program and hardware development experience, Production test program and hardware development experienceStrong technical knowledge of electronic devices and circuits, and Analog test techniquesData analysis skills using Spotfire, dataPower or equivalent tool based on STDFExperienced with various lab equipment such as scopes, power supplies, sourcemeters, loads etc.Experience with product engineering activities such as yield improvement and test time reductionStrong understanding of the IC product development process, from concept to volume productionMixed signal test techniques and experience with developing mixed-signal tests on TI roadmap testersExperienced with test program and hardware offload to TI offshore manufacturing sitesProficiency in programming/scripting in C++, Python, C#Labview, Teststand experienceRevision control tools experience : Subversion, GitDemonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functionsStrong time management skills that enable on-time project deliveryDemonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationshipsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environmentAbility to take the initiative and drive for resultsAbout the organizationTI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.About the companyWhy TI?Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TIBenefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits hereAbout Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com. Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.