Principal Fab Test Engineer

A global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions
Fort Collins, CO, USA
$127,000 - $203,000
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Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
12+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Hardware

Description For Principal Fab Test Engineer

Broadcom, a global leader in semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions, is seeking a Principal Fab Test Engineer for their Wireless Semiconductor Division (WSD). This role combines tactical and strategic responsibilities in managing advanced silicon-based MEMs wafer testing systems.

The position involves primary ownership of Analog DC test groups and multiple test tool groups, working with wafer level probers and testers performing analog DC, Linear and Non-Linear RF parametric measurements. You'll be responsible for hardware system design, specification, and verification of measurement capabilities across various testing tools.

As a Test Unit Process Engineer (TUPE), you'll need deep technical understanding of both testing procedures and equipment functionality, ensuring accurate measurements and system reliability. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic planning, requiring expertise in both hardware and software aspects of semiconductor testing.

Key responsibilities include maintaining test tool sets, resolving technical issues, leading improvement projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams including R&D, product introduction, and engineering teams. The position offers competitive compensation ($127,000 - $203,000) plus bonus and equity opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience, strong technical skills in semiconductor testing, and excellent problem-solving abilities. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to Broadcom's innovation in semiconductor development.

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) with company matching, stock purchase program, and various leave benefits. This position is based in Fort Collins, CO, offering a chance to work with a leading technology company while advancing your career in semiconductor engineering.

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Responsibilities For Principal Fab Test Engineer

  • Provide technical leadership to identify, evaluate, improve and maintain owned tool sets
  • Lead improvement projects to support metrics of availability, uptime, capacity, maintenance cost, yield, quality and productivity goals
  • Lead improvement projects for measurement quality and enhanced capability
  • Establish improvement project objectives, schedules and resource profiles for projects
  • Identify, select, purchase, install, qualify and release new tool components and instruments
  • Work with tool component and instrument suppliers/vendors to debug tool performance
  • Investigate and implement robust monitoring methodologies
  • Develop and implement operating and maintenance procedures

Requirements For Principal Fab Test Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar equivalent field
  • 12+ years of experience in a similar or related role
  • Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Software programming using Python and Git Lab
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), DOE and statistical hypothesis testing
  • Component level electrical and circuit knowledge
  • Experience with wafer level Analog DC, Linear RF, Non-Linear RF instruments and measurements
  • Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Benefits For Principal Fab Test Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Vacation time
  • Annual bonus
  • Equity compensation

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