Senior Test Equipment Engineer

Job Title

Senior Test Equipment Engineer

Role Summary

Support test operations in the MSB Test Engineering team by improving tester availability, utilization, and reliability. Deliver engineering solutions, automation, and data-driven insights to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency.

Lead and coach technicians, support new tester setups and qualification, and drive continuous improvement projects using analytics and AI-enabled tools.

Experience Level

Senior-level (title indicates senior). Specific years of experience not stated.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Improve equipment availability and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) through FMEA, design improvements, and continuous improvement projects.
• Define and execute spare parts/inventory strategies to minimize downtime and control cost.
• Track equipment KPIs and deliver reports and dashboards for management review.
• Automate test-equipment data collection and perform assessments to reduce equipment-induced yield loss.
• Apply data analytics and AI-enabled solutions to detect degradation trends and improve maintenance effectiveness.
• Lead manufacturing test support: manage shift technicians, coordinate new tester setups and qualifications, and support production deployments.
• Perform failure analysis, implement workarounds and fixes, and prioritize cross-functional issue resolution.
• Manage test-equipment hardware, software, process changes, and related documentation.
• Execute continuous-improvement projects, develop automation/software to monitor the production floor, and pursue test-time reductions for mature products.
• Prepare training and certification materials, conduct training/certification, and coach team members on automation, analytics, and AI tools.

Requirements

Skills and experience required or preferred for effective performance in this role.

• Must-have: Hands-on experience with manufacturing test equipment, operational problem-solving, equipment reliability and downtime reduction, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and effective cross-functional communication.
• Must-have: Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing practical engineering solutions in a production environment.
• Preferred: Proficiency in Python, C++, SQL, and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI; familiarity with automation and system integration.
• Preferred: Experience with predictive maintenance, equipment automation, Industry 4.0 or smart manufacturing technologies, and digital manufacturing solutions.
• Preferred: Exposure to data analytics, AI/ML techniques, equipment health monitoring, and MES systems; experience developing automation or monitoring software.
• Other: Ability to prepare training materials and deliver certification; responsible and appropriate use of AI-enabled tools in daily work.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical & Electronics, Computer, Data Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; relevant industry experience is expected.

About the Company

Company: Micron Technology

Headquarters: Boise, Idaho, USA

Micron Technology is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, dedicated to transforming how the world uses information. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory products under the Micron and Crucial brands. With a commitment to customer focus and technological innovation, Micron drives advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other data-centric applications, empowering users to learn, communicate, and progress.