Semiconductor Test Equipment Design Engineer (ATE)

About the role

Jabil is hiring a Senior Semiconductor Test Equipment Design Engineer (ATE) in Suzhou. The role covers mechanical design and simulation of semiconductor test equipment, from concept and detailed drawings to prototype support and mass production release. It is a senior position with a minimum of 7-8 years of related experience and at least 2 years as a Design Engineer III.

Key responsibilities

• Design the mechanical structure of ATE test equipment and run simulations to meet high precision and stability requirements.
• Lead core module selection and layout optimization, draw detailed drawings and prepare BOMs, ensuring design for manufacturing.
• Work with electrical and software teams on system integration and debug issues such as mechanical interference and accuracy deviations.
• Support trial production and mass production, helping improve equipment availability and yield.
• Coordinate with product, chip testing and NPI teams on hardware needs for high-speed, high-current, multi-site machines.
• Produce hardware proposals for test hosts, channel boards, power modules and loadboards, including cost estimates and risk assessments.
• Represent Jabil in technical customer meetings, support design/VAVE processes and mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design, Automation or a related field, with a solid foundation in mechanics and materials science.
• Minimum 7-8 years of related experience, including at least 2 years as a Design Engineer III.
• Fluent spoken English, able to communicate with European and American customers.
• Good cross-department collaboration, strong pressure tolerance and quick response to on-site needs.

Required skills

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or ProE, with knowledge of tolerance analysis and GD&T standards.
• Basic finite element analysis, including structural strength, thermal management and vibration modal simulation.
• Familiarity with ATE test equipment such as testers, sorters and probe stations.
• Experience with ATE equipment is preferred.