ATE and SLT Hardware Engineer

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$132,000–$207,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
87 days ago
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Confirmed live today

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This role $170k
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This role pays less than 61% of similar roles. Most pay $155,675–$214,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $170k versus about $185k for comparable roles.

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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · ATE and SLT Hardware Engineer

The ATE and SLT Hardware Engineer joins the ATE/SLT hardware group to provide interface hardware for IC package testing during final test and system level test. This role involves reviewing and approving designs for test sockets, thermal plungers, and related accessories for product bring-up and high-volume manufacturing. The engineer will manage fixture solutions from design through manufacturing, monitor schedules, and drive technology qualifications while performing root-cause analysis and troubleshooting on hardware setups including PCBs, chillers, and handlers. Key technical requirements include expertise in test sockets, thermal plungers, load boards, and signal integrity. Candidates must possess mechanical and electrical circuit knowledge to interpret drawings and perform hands-on repairs like pin repair or wire work. The role addresses the critical challenge of ensuring reliable IC testing infrastructure through rigorous engineering data analysis and hardware improvements.

What you'll do

  • Review and approve designs for test sockets, thermal plungers, and other ATE/SLT accessories.
  • Provide hardware solutions for ATE and SLT from design through manufacturing and verification.
  • Drive the development of socket and thermal technologies, including qualification and technical improvements.
  • Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) by gathering, analyzing, and acting on engineering data.
  • Perform root-cause analysis and troubleshooting for ATE/SLT hardware setups like PCBs and chillers.
  • Execute hands-on repairs such as socket pin repair and soldering components.
  • Provide on-duty lab support and weekend coverage to ensure production continuity.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
  • EE and ME related degrees are preferred.
  • 5 plus years of IC testing engineering and ATE/SLT hardware engineering experience.
  • Experience with test sockets and thermal plungers (preferred).
  • Experience with socket signal integrity (preferred).
  • Knowledge of ATE tester systems (preferred).
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and possess knowledge of electrical circuits.
  • Willingness to perform hands-on work such as pin repair, wiring, and ESD control.

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