NPI Test Process Development Engineer (Teradyne, Costa Rica)

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose 
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview
Join an NPI‑focused team, building innovative test processes and automation for next‑gen ATE platforms and instrumentation across Digital/Analog/RF/DC. You’ll help design for testability (DFT), accelerate time‑to‑detect, and use data + Machine Learning models to drive quality and throughput while growing into a lead who can own complex projects end‑to‑end.

Responsibilities

• Design & implement test strategies from module to system level aligned with manufacturing flows
• Collaborate across SW/HW/Pilot Line/Operations teams to validate and transfer into Pilot through HVM.
• Develop automated test solutions (Python/Perl/C#/VB.NET) and basic data pipelines (SQL/Power BI) to monitor yield/CPK, drive Failure Analysis (FA) /Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and shorten detection/diagnosis cycles.
• Evaluate prototypes and finished units for functionality and conformance; perform bring‑up, integration, and debug.
• Contribute to standards: fixtures, calibration strategies, documentation, and best practices.
• Support transfers by training pilot/production teams and providing on‑site support during ramps.
• This role will require traveling to US and Asia

All About You
We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics engineering OR related field.
• English Proficient.
• 2 years of experience in:

• • • Process/Test/NPI or closely related industry.
    • Hands‑on with lab/instrumentation is a plus.
    • Reading and interpreting schematics, datasheets; troubleshoot to component level.
    • Scripting for automation (Python/Perl; C#/VB.NET a plus);
    • Reporting tools (e.g Power BI)
    • Familiarity with Statistical Methods, structured problem‑solving (FMEA/8D), and FA/RCCA support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to ML/analytics for manufacturing (e.g., anomaly detection on test logs, simple classifiers in scikit‑learn).
• Basic LLM tooling (prompting, retrieval on test knowledge base) to speed triage & documentation.
• Experience with platform integration across various Digital/AC/DC/RF modules.

*This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship OR relocation assistance.

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. 

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