Semiconductor Test Strategy Expert

Job Title

Semiconductor Test Strategy Expert

Role Summary

Lead the definition and deployment of global semiconductor test standards and supplier test strategies across R&D, Purchasing and Manufacturing. Act as the technical authority during sourcing and supplier governance to ensure zero-defect delivery for automotive vehicle architectures.

Experience Level

Senior — typically requires 10+ years in semiconductor product/test engineering or quality, preferably within an automotive Tier‑1, IDM or foundry environment.

Responsibilities

The role combines technical leadership, supplier assessment, and failure-analysis ownership.

• Define and maintain global standards for semiconductor test coverage and quality.
• Drive cross‑functional integration of test standards across R&D, Purchasing and Manufacturing.
• Provide technical authority for sourcing decisions on SoCs, MCUs, ASICs and power modules; challenge supplier claims during RFQs.
• Perform deep technical audits of supplier test methodologies with emphasis on DFT and fault coverage.
• Lead failure‑analysis task forces (8D) on high‑impact semiconductor failures and implement corrective actions.
• Promote advanced screening and statistical detection methods to eliminate latent defects.
• Translate technical risks into business‑level recommendations for executive stakeholders.

Requirements

Key must-have skills and relevant experience; concise list of preferred extras below.

• Must-have: 10+ years in semiconductor industry in product/test engineering or quality, with experience in automotive Tier‑1, IDM or foundry environments.
• Must-have: Deep knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, Design for Test (DFT) and failure mechanisms.
• Must-have: Proven experience running supplier technical audits and supporting RFQ/sourcing decisions.
• Must-have: Proficiency with automotive quality and safety standards (AEC‑Q100/101/200, ISO 26262, IATF 16949) and statistical data analysis methods.
• Must-have: Strong leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills; experience leading 8D/problem‑solving teams.
• Nice-to-have: Hands‑on experience with advanced screening methods (Outlier Detection, Part Average Testing), SYL/SBL or equivalent statistical screening techniques.
• Nice-to-have: Practical experience selecting and validating SoCs/MCUs/ASICs and power modules with suppliers.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Valeo

Headquarters: Paris, France

Global automotive technology company that designs and manufactures systems and components to improve mobility, including electrification, autonomous driving, lighting and thermal systems, with a focus on reducing CO2 emissions and enhancing safety.