Principal Fab Test Engineer

Broadcom

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Work type
On-site
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Salary
$129,400–$207,000 / yr
Posted
29 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 29, 2027

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Similar $172k
This role $168k
$120k most similar roles pay here $216k

This role pays less than 53% of similar roles. Most pay $140,400–$204,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $168k versus about $172k for comparable roles.

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Broadcom is a global semiconductor and infrastructure software company that designs and markets a wide range of networking, storage, and wireless connectivity solutions. Industry: Semiconductors & Infrastructure Software

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TL;DR · Principal Fab Test Engineer

Principal Fab Test Engineer The Principal Fab Test Engineer joins the Wireless Semiconductor Division as a Test Unit Process Engineer to manage ownership of various test tool groups. This role involves designing, specifying, and verifying measurement capabilities for wafer level probers and testers performing analog DC, Linear and Non-Linear RF parametric measurements on advanced silicon based MEMS wafers. The engineer develops software to configure systems and interface with Manufacturing Execution Systems while managing tactical tasks like resolving control charts and strategic projects involving tool migration or new measurement requirements. Key technical skills include proficiency in Python, Git Lab, Linux, and Windows environments, along with experience using EG4090 and TEL probers. The role requires expertise in Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, and circuit knowledge to ensure high accuracy and repeatability while troubleshooting complex hardware and software interactions within the production environment.

What you'll do

  • Own the design, specification, and verification of hardware systems for wafer level probers and testers.
  • Write software to configure test equipment and interface with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) data.
  • Manage tool performance by reviewing control charts, calibration coefficients, and resolving lot/wafer holds.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance measurement quality, uptime, capacity, and production yield.
  • Identify, purchase, install, and qualify new tool components and instruments from external vendors.
  • Investigate root causes for scrap events and tool interruptions to implement permanent corrective actions.
  • Develop and implement robust monitoring methodologies to detect equipment performance excursions early.
  • Create and maintain operating procedures, training documentation, and certification programs for team members.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 12 years of experience in a similar or related role.
  • Proficiency in selecting, purchasing, installing, and qualifying tool components and instruments.
  • Experience with EG4090 and TEL probers, as well as wafer level Analog DC and Linear/Non-Linear RF measurements.
  • Knowledge of probe card technologies (Cantilever, Vertical, GSG, Pyramid) and maintenance.
  • Proficiency in Python and Git Lab for software programming across Linux and Windows systems.
  • Expertise in circuit knowledge, measurement accuracy, and statistical methods including SPC and DOE.
  • Experience with Cadence, VEE, JAVA, JSCRIPT, JSON, or JMP (preferred).

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