Associate Product Engineer
SemtechJob Title
Associate Product Engineer
Role Summary
Join Semtech's Protection Business Unit to characterize, develop, and support manufacturing of protection analog/mixed-signal ICs. The role drives product characterization, testing, and documentation through development and into production, coordinating with test engineering, technicians, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Experience Level
Entry-level. Typical candidates have 0–3 years of experience; 1–2 years in the semiconductor industry (analog and digital development) is preferred.
Responsibilities
Primary duties include product testing, documentation, coordination of characterization activities, and supporting new product introduction and customer inquiries.
- Plan and execute sampling and product characterization tests; write performance specifications, test plans, and product performance reports.
- Prepare characterization plans and coordinate technicians to complete performance tests.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide testing support across projects.
- Perform product correlation, assess repeatability, and set limits in collaboration with Test Engineering.
- Manage vendors to meet schedule and resolution targets.
- Support new product introduction documentation and review product release materials for production.
- Respond to customer requests by providing product performance and assembly information.
Requirements
Key skills and experience required and preferred.
Must-have:
- Solid understanding of semiconductor device operation and electrical circuits, especially analog IC fundamentals.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Ability to learn new instruments and software quickly.
- Effective verbal and written communication at all levels and ability to work in cross-functional, international teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Project).
- Team player with a sense of urgency to meet product schedules.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with testing methodologies for high-volume production.
- Background in statistical data analysis using Excel or other tools.
- Familiarity with lab instruments and production testers.
- 1–2 years' semiconductor experience in analog and digital development.
Education Requirements
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (as stated in the job posting).
About the Company
Company: Semtech
Headquarters: Camarillo, California, USA
Semtech Corporation is a high-performance semiconductor company providing IoT systems and Cloud connectivity solutions. The company focuses on delivering innovative technology solutions that support a smarter, more connected, and sustainable planet, with a dedication to quality across infrastructure, industrial, and consumer markets.
