IC Test Lead – DC-DC Converter & Power Solutions

Job description

**⚡ Power the Future — One Test at a Time** At **Texas Instruments** , our engineers don't just test chips — they ensure the **reliability, quality, and performance** of the technology powering the world's most demanding applications. If you're a test engineering expert with a passion for power electronics and silicon validation, **this is your opportunity.** **🔎 About the Role** We are looking for an experienced **IC Test Engineer – DC-DC Converter & Power Solutions** to join our **Mid-Vin Buck team** within TI's **Power Products division.** You will own the full test lifecycle — from test plan generation to volume production release — for cutting-edge **mid-voltage regulators** serving **enterprise, industrial, AI, and autonomous driving** markets. This is a **high-ownership, high-impact role** where your work directly ensures that millions of power devices shipped globally meet the highest quality standards. **📌 Key Responsibilities** - Partner with design teams to understand **device specifications** and generate comprehensive **test plans** - Create and optimize **ATE test and characterization programs** - Design **ATE hardware interface boards** for silicon validation - **Debug and characterize silicon** on ATE; correlate with bench measurements - Perform **statistical yield analysis** , debug yield fallout, and drive yield improvement - Support **failure analysis** tasks and comprehensive device debugging - Drive **silicon qualification** including qual hardware development - Lead **test strategy definition** for new DC-DC converter products - Manage **product release** to volume production in collaboration with manufacturing teams - Champion **robust, cost-effective test solutions** while maintaining accountability for product quality **🛠️ Required Skills & Experience** - **5+ years** of relevant test engineering experience *(8+ preferred)* - Hands-on **ATE experience** — Teradyne Eagle preferred; iFlex, LTX, or VLCT also considered - Proven experience in **characterization & production test program and hardware development** - Strong knowledge of **electronic devices, circuits, and analog test techniques** - Data analysis proficiency using **Spotfire, dataPower** , or equivalent STDF-based tools - Experience with **lab equipment** — oscilloscopes, power supplies, sourcemeters, electronic loads - Solid understanding of **IC product development lifecycle** from concept to volume production - Experience in **yield improvement and test time reduction** initiatives **🌟 Preferred Qualifications** - **Mixed-signal test** experience on ATE, especially for power products - Experience with **test program offload** to offshore manufacturing sites - Programming skills in **C++, Python, or C#** - Familiarity with **revision control tools** - Strong **analytical and problem-solving** capabilities - Excellent **verbal and written communication** skills - Ability to thrive in a **fast-paced, cross-functional** environment **🌱 Growth:** Work on industry-leading power IC technology shaping AI, EVs & industrial systems **🏆 Impact:** Your test strategies ensure quality for millions of devices shipped globally **🤝 Culture:** Collaborative, inclusive & innovation-driven engineering environment **💰 Compensation:** Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits & long-term incentives **📚 Learning:** Access to world-class ATE tools, R&D resources & cross-functional expertise **🔬 Innovation:** Work alongside top semiconductor test & design engineers in the industry