Sr Applications Engineer
Advantest/ETS Chandler, AZ 85226
Posted 4 days
About Advantest
Advantest America Inc. is part of Advantest Corporation, the world's largest provider of automated test equipment (ATE) for the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures cutting-edge testing solutions that help semiconductor manufacturers ensure the quality and performance of their products. Advantest is known for innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting its customers and employees.
Our Purpose & Values:
Mission: Improve lives through advanced technologies and customer-focused innovation.
Vision: Be the most trusted and valued test solution provider in the semiconductor value chain.
Core Values:
I- Innovation is our Lifeblood
N- Number One is Our Aspiration
T- Trust is our Foundation
E- Empowerment is Our Motivation
G- Global is our Reach
R- Respect is our Heart
I - Inclusion and Diversity is Our Commitment
T- Teamwork is our Approach
Y- Yes is Our Attitude
Why Join Us
At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We're looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You'll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact.
We foster an integrity-centered culture, where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.
Job Description
Job Description:
We are looking for proactive individuals with mechanical/thermal/electrical degree engineering background, positive team player attitude who can plan and drive product development. Successful candidates should possess skills in understanding thermal/mechanical applications, products development, solving complex situations/problems, comfortable negotiating with stakeholders and strong verbal/written communication skills.
Responsibilities include:
Work closely with Customer, Business Development Team, Field Service and Sales to define and enable new RFQ's.
Provide information and technical guidance to CS for quoting.
Function as technical project manager during development and validation:
Collect, document and communicate requirements to the design team
Work with the Lab on validation team to define test requirements.
Work with Assembly to review and guide Work Instructions.
Review and approve designs.
Facilitate customer design approval. Manage change requests with customer and design team.
Qualification of new interconnects.
Support customer's technical issues in collaboration with FSE team.
Must have 3 years design experience and be capable of directly supporting design activities as needed.
Review designs with Manufacturing Team for DFM and manufacturability acceptance.
Generate product documentation including - part numbers, BOM(s), routings, drawings.
Organize and manage multiple individual projects with varying priorities and deadlines. Communicate project details and status to internal stakeholder.
Create and assist in creating technical documentation, design guides/rules and processes.
Requirements
Requirements:
Must be proficient in Solidworks/PDM & FEA Simulation.
Ability to read and implement GD&T and conduct tolerance stack up analysis using worst case and RSS methods.
Strong skills in problem solving and communication.
Working full time on-site in Chandler, AZ. Ability to travel domestic/international (~30%) and flexibility adjusting work hours when needed.
Detailed knowledge of manufacturing and product costing is a plus.
Additional Skills Preferred (but not required):
Test socket or interconnect designs.
Understand SI/PI principles and design challenges.
Education & Experience:
Highly motivated engineer with Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering. Related engineering qualifications will be considered. Master's degree is a plus.
3 years experience in product design and development. Semiconductor IC package test socket development experience will have strong advantage.
Benefits Overview
* Global Bonus Program: Performance-based bonuses paid twice yearly.
* 401(k) Plan: Pre-tax retirement savings with company match.
* Medical, Dental & Vision: Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and HSA.
* Income Protection: Life, disability, and accident insurance at no cost.
* Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care options.
* Employee Assistance Program: Free support for personal and work-related issues.
* Flexible Time Off: Accrual starts at hire, increases with service.
* Paid Holidays: 13 company holidays annually.
All Locations
Chandler, Arizona, United States
Field of Activity
Application Engineering
Salary Range
Non-Bay Area Target Salary Range: $94,300-$145,750 DOE
State of California Development
State of California Development (EDD):
-
- 60-300.5(a)(2)(3)(4) Equal opportunity clause. Details the job posting requirements.
- 60-300.5(a)(6) Equal opportunity clause. All employment openings includes all positions except executive and senior management, those positions that will be filled from within the contractor's organization, and positions lasting three days or less. This term includes full-time employment, temporary employment of more than three days' duration, and part-time employment.
CCPA Notice for California Residents:
Notice for California Residents: We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Advantest America, Inc., including some or all of the following categories of PI: identifiers and personal records (e.g., name, phone number, email address, employment history); commercial information (e.g., if we reimburse you for travel or other expenses during the application process); sensory information (e.g., recorded virtual interviews); professional or employment information (e.g., information provided in your resume and application, such as employment history); non-public education records (e.g., educational institution transcripts and records); and inferences drawn from the above categories of PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing operations related to your potential employment. To view the Advantest Privacy Policy, visit For additional details or if you have questions, contact us at ....
Job Details
Seniority Level
Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)
Area of Interest
(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Employment Type
Full Time
Number of openings
N/A
Advantest/ETS Chandler, AZ 85226
Posted 4 days
About Advantest
Advantest America Inc. is part of Advantest Corporation, the world's largest provider of automated test equipment (ATE) for the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures cutting-edge testing solutions that help semiconductor manufacturers ensure the quality and performance of their products. Advantest is known for innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting its customers and employees.
Our Purpose & Values:
Mission: Improve lives through advanced technologies and customer-focused innovation.
Vision: Be the most trusted and valued test solution provider in the semiconductor value chain.
Core Values:
I- Innovation is our Lifeblood
N- Number One is Our Aspiration
T- Trust is our Foundation
E- Empowerment is Our Motivation
G- Global is our Reach
R- Respect is our Heart
I - Inclusion and Diversity is Our Commitment
T- Teamwork is our Approach
Y- Yes is Our Attitude
Why Join Us
At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We're looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You'll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact.
We foster an integrity-centered culture, where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.
Job Description
Job Description:
We are looking for proactive individuals with mechanical/thermal/electrical degree engineering background, positive team player attitude who can plan and drive product development. Successful candidates should possess skills in understanding thermal/mechanical applications, products development, solving complex situations/problems, comfortable negotiating with stakeholders and strong verbal/written communication skills.
Responsibilities include:
Work closely with Customer, Business Development Team, Field Service and Sales to define and enable new RFQ's.
Provide information and technical guidance to CS for quoting.
Function as technical project manager during development and validation:
Collect, document and communicate requirements to the design team
Work with the Lab on validation team to define test requirements.
Work with Assembly to review and guide Work Instructions.
Review and approve designs.
Facilitate customer design approval. Manage change requests with customer and design team.
Qualification of new interconnects.
Support customer's technical issues in collaboration with FSE team.
Must have 3 years design experience and be capable of directly supporting design activities as needed.
Review designs with Manufacturing Team for DFM and manufacturability acceptance.
Generate product documentation including - part numbers, BOM(s), routings, drawings.
Organize and manage multiple individual projects with varying priorities and deadlines. Communicate project details and status to internal stakeholder.
Create and assist in creating technical documentation, design guides/rules and processes.
Requirements
Requirements:
Must be proficient in Solidworks/PDM & FEA Simulation.
Ability to read and implement GD&T and conduct tolerance stack up analysis using worst case and RSS methods.
Strong skills in problem solving and communication.
Working full time on-site in Chandler, AZ. Ability to travel domestic/international (~30%) and flexibility adjusting work hours when needed.
Detailed knowledge of manufacturing and product costing is a plus.
Additional Skills Preferred (but not required):
Test socket or interconnect designs.
Understand SI/PI principles and design challenges.
Education & Experience:
Highly motivated engineer with Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering. Related engineering qualifications will be considered. Master's degree is a plus.
3 years experience in product design and development. Semiconductor IC package test socket development experience will have strong advantage.
Benefits Overview
* Global Bonus Program: Performance-based bonuses paid twice yearly.
* 401(k) Plan: Pre-tax retirement savings with company match.
* Medical, Dental & Vision: Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and HSA.
* Income Protection: Life, disability, and accident insurance at no cost.
* Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care options.
* Employee Assistance Program: Free support for personal and work-related issues.
* Flexible Time Off: Accrual starts at hire, increases with service.
* Paid Holidays: 13 company holidays annually.
All Locations
Chandler, Arizona, United States
Field of Activity
Application Engineering
Salary Range
Non-Bay Area Target Salary Range: $94,300-$145,750 DOE
State of California Development
State of California Development (EDD):
-
- 60-300.5(a)(2)(3)(4) Equal opportunity clause. Details the job posting requirements.
- 60-300.5(a)(6) Equal opportunity clause. All employment openings includes all positions except executive and senior management, those positions that will be filled from within the contractor's organization, and positions lasting three days or less. This term includes full-time employment, temporary employment of more than three days' duration, and part-time employment.
CCPA Notice for California Residents:
Notice for California Residents: We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Advantest America, Inc., including some or all of the following categories of PI: identifiers and personal records (e.g., name, phone number, email address, employment history); commercial information (e.g., if we reimburse you for travel or other expenses during the application process); sensory information (e.g., recorded virtual interviews); professional or employment information (e.g., information provided in your resume and application, such as employment history); non-public education records (e.g., educational institution transcripts and records); and inferences drawn from the above categories of PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing operations related to your potential employment. To view the Advantest Privacy Policy, visit For additional details or if you have questions, contact us at ....
Job Details
Seniority Level
Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)
Area of Interest
(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Employment Type
Full Time
Number of openings
N/A
Job ID: 521686779
Originally Posted on: 5/19/2026