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Hardware Engineer

Teradyne

North Reading, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$92,200–$147,600 Per Year
SKILLS
ATE Testers, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Automation, Calibration, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Cost Control, Customer Service Operations, Debugging Skills, Design Verification, Diversity, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Failure Analysis, FastLoad, Hardware Components, Hardware Debugging, Hardware Design, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Insurance, Laboratory Equipment, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Automation, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Testing, Network Switching, Performance Management, Power Engineering, Printed Circuit Board Design, Productivity Management, Regulations, Reliability Analysis, Reliability Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis), Semiconductors, Simulation, Stability Analysis, Stress Testing, Supply Chain Management, System Integration (SI), System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Telemetry, Test Automation, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Program, Testing, Thermal Management, Topology, Tuition Fees
LOCATION
North Reading, MA
POSTED
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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 (http://www.teradyne.com/) 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.


About the Role


The Hardware Engineer in the DC hardware group is responsible for designing, developing, and validating high‑current, high‑power sourcing and switching hardware used in semiconductor automated test equipment. This role focuses on power delivery architecture, fast transient response, load regulation, protection systems, thermal management, and system‑level integration to support advanced SoCs, high‑power devices, and complex test conditions. The engineer participates on power‑delivery modules from concept through production release and collaborates across hardware, firmware, mechanical, and test engineering teams.




What You’ll Do


Power Delivery Architecture & Design



+ Assist in architecting and designing high‑current power delivery modules (from mA to 100+ A) for ATE systems.


+ Develop fast‑response voltage/current sourcing circuits optimized for dynamic load conditions, droop control, and transient performance.


+ Codesign advanced power‑stage topologies (buck, multiphase, linear, hybrid) tailored for semiconductor test environments.


+ Design for wide operating ranges, including high‑voltage rails, low‑voltage/high‑current rails, and dynamic voltage scaling.



Power Integrity & Transient Performance



+ Optimize power integrity across the full PDN (instrumentation → cabling → loadboard → DUT).


+ Model and mitigate droop, overshoot, ringing, and ground bounce under fast load steps.


+ Perform simulation and analysis of loop stability, compensation networks, and transient response.


+ Ensure compliance with DUT power‑up sequencing, ramp rates, and timing constraints.



Protection, Reliability & Safety



+ Design robust protection systems including OCP, OVP, OTP, short‑circuit protection, and fault‑isolation mechanisms.


+ Implement fast fault‑response circuits to protect sensitive DUTs and ATE hardware.


+ Conduct reliability analysis, derating studies, and thermal modeling for long‑term stability.


+ Support HALT/HASS, stress testing, and failure‑mode investigations.



Switching, Routing & Load Management



+ Develop efficient high‑current solutions for routing power to multiple DUT pins or sites.


+ Engineer low‑impedance, low‑loss paths for high‑current delivery with attention to thermal and mechanical constraints.


+ Collaborate with mechanical teams on heatsinking, airflow, and thermal interface design.



Bring‑Up, Debug & Validation



+ Bring‑up of new power‑delivery modules, performing root‑cause analysis of analog, digital, and mixed‑signal issues.


+ Execute characterization plans for load regulation, transient response, efficiency, thermal behavior, and fault handling.


+ Use advanced lab equipment (power analyzers, high‑bandwidth scopes, current probes, electronic loads) to validate performance.



ATE System Integration



+ Ensure power‑delivery modules meet ATE system‑level requirements for timing, triggering, synchronization, and software control.


+ Collaborate with firmware teams on control loops, telemetry, calibration, and fault‑reporting algorithms.


+ Create and use ATE test programs to validate instrument and system level designs.


+ Support integration with loadboards, probecards, and DUT power‑delivery networks.





Key Responsibilities



+ Debug hardware to the component level


+ Troubleshoot hardware using System SW Tools


+ Perform design verification testing on Teradyne systems and instruments


+ Re-design instruments to improve performance or replace obsolete components


+ Drive cost reduction initiatives and product enhancements.


+ Work on engineering related yield improvements


+ Integrate with Account Teams, Global Customer Service, Operations and Supply Line Management






All About You



+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.


+ 2–5+ years of experience in power electronics, or instrumentation hardware design.


+ Proficiency with SPICE simulation, PDN modeling tools, and PCB design tools.


+ Hands‑on experience with power measurement equipment and high‑current test setups.


+ Strong analytical and debugging skills.





Preferred Qualifications



+ Knowledge of dynamic voltage scaling, digital power control, and telemetry systems.


+ Familiarity with high‑current connectors, cabling, and low‑impedance mechanical design.


+ Understanding of thermal modeling, heatsink design, and system‑level thermal constraints.


+ Experience with reliability engineering, derating, and long‑term stress testing.






Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is $$92,200 - $147,600.  This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.


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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Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at 978-370-3041 or contact them at HR.Service.Center@teradyne.com for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

About the Company

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Teradyne

Teradyne is a leading supplier of automation equipment for test and industrial applications. Teradyne Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) is used to test semiconductors, wireless products, data storage and complex electronic systems, which serve consumer, communications, industrial and government customers. Our Industrial Automation products include Collaborative Robots used by global manufacturing and light industrial customers to improve quality and increase manufacturing efficiency. In 2017, Teradyne had revenue of $2.14 billion and currently employs approximately 4,500 people worldwide.
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
FOUNDED
1960
WEBSITE
http://www.teradyne.com