Senior Hardware Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading)

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

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Hardware Engineer to join our engineering team.  In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing and supporting printed circuit boards and associated electronics used in In-Circuit Board Tester (ICT) systems, with an emphasis on high-precision analog signal measurement and control.  Tasks may include new instrument design, design maintenance for obsolescence, cost reduction, and root cause investigation and resolution.  You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams including software and mechanical engineering to create reliable and high-performance test platforms.

• Design and develop multi-layer PCB layouts for In-Circuit Test systems, including analog and digital circuits.
• Create schematics for precision analog front-ends, signal conditioning, and control circuitry.
• Select components optimized for low-noise, low-drift, and high-accuracy analog performance.
• Interface with manufacturing and test engineers to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).
• Perform board bring-up, debugging, and validation with oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and precision measurement tools.
• Document design specifications, test plans, and analysis results.
• Collaborate with firmware and software engineers to ensure seamless integration and performance.

All About You

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in PCB design and hardware development, preferably in test or measurement systems.
• Experience with analog circuit design over the operating range of DC to 100Mhz.
• Digital and high-speed transmission line design experience.
• Proficiency with Cadence PCB design tool software
• Experience with layout techniques for minimizing noise and crosstalk in analog and mixed-signal designs.
• Knowledge of calibration techniques and error budgeting in precision measurement systems.
• Strong electrical debug skills and advanced trouble shooting techniques.
• Strong lab skills with hands on experience operating oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, signal generators etc.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills 
• Highly motivated team player and independent learner who can excel in a dynamic environment with strong personal discipline and a strong sense of ownership.
• Experience with SoC FPGAs, microcontrollers, and processors for embedded systems.
• Hardware oriented systems engineering experience – establishing requirements for project/products and developing those into considered architectural proposals
• Experience working with In-Circuit Test (ICT) or Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems.

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.  Please click here to see details. 

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