Staff Test Engineer

Location: Catania, it

Job Description

Renesas is seeking a motivated and experienced Staff Test Engineer to support test development activities for new products within the Performance Computing Power (PCP) business unit in Catania, Italy.

This role is a solid individual contributor position requiring hands-on expertise in ATE development, product debugging, and data analysis. The candidate will work closely with senior engineers to develop efficient and reliable test solutions, contributing to successful product bring-up and production ramp.

You will be involved in innovative power management products, including multiphase controllers, smart power stages, and 48v system power regulators.

• Develop and support ATE test programs and hardware for analog, mixed-signal, and power management products
• Contribute to test plan definition and implementation, ensuring coverage and efficiency
• Execute product bring-up, characterization, and validation activities
• Perform debug and failure analysis on ATE and bench setups
• Analyze test data to improve yield, repeatability, and test robustness
• Collaborate with Design, Product Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve technical issues
• Support production ramp and sustaining activities
• Contribute to test cost optimization and test time reduction initiatives
• Follow and apply established DFT and test methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering (Master’s is a plus)
• 5–8+ years of experience in ATE test engineering or related field
• Experience with ATE platforms (Advantest 93K, Teradyne, SPEA, or similar)
• Basic knowledge of DFT concepts and production test flows
• Experience in debugging analog and mixed-signal systems
• Familiarity with lab equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, spectrum analyzer)
• Programming skills in C/C++, Python, or similar
• Understanding of data analysis and basic statistical methods

Key Competencies

• Strong hands-on approach and willingness to learn
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Attention to detail and execution focus
• Effective communication in cross-functional environments

Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is €47,000–€64,000. Please note that the final offer will depend on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and the candidate’s skill set. This role is also eligible for a bonus.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.

With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’

At Renesas, you can: 

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.

• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure. 

• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?

Join Renesas. Let’s Shape the Future together.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.