Quality & Yield Engineer

At Elevate Semiconductor, our mission is to empower semiconductor and system test customers by delivering world-class test integrated circuits (ICs) that tackle the industry's most complex automated test equipment (ATE) challenges. We pride ourselves on exceeding expectations by designing the lowest power, highest density solutions to achieve the lowest possible cost of test—both today and for the future.

Elevate Semiconductor is looking for a Quality and Yield Engineer to join our growing team in San Diego and be a key player in delivering the benefits of optimized product quality, and test yields.

The devices developed by Elevate are complex analog devices (large analog, small digital content). As we drive business growth in the product ecosystem, Quality and Yield engineer is expected to drive yield improvement activities and quality management system improvements.

Responsibilities

• Own customer RMAs, failure analysis, quality inquiries, and associated problem-solving 
• Execute yield enhancement and management projects across a portfolio of complex analog ICs
• Drive operations related quality initiatives such as dual source qualifications, site transfers, design related issues, and yield issue resolution
• Own manufacturing process quality issue disposition and resolution at wafer fab, assembly and test facilities
• Develop and maintain Python scripts to extract, parse, and consolidate complex datalogs, ensuring efficient handling of large datasets.
• Implement advanced parsing for grouped fields, expand inline notes, and generate structured, analysis-ready outputs for reporting.
• Own test data analysis, fault isolation and physical failure analysis of returned materials (RMA)
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define corrective actions, implement process improvements, and prevent recurrence.

• Minimum Requirement of B.S.E.E. with 3+ years’ of direct product/quality/yield engineering experience
• Experience in silicon characterization, and system level troubleshooting
• Python scripting and development of data analysis and administration tools
• Proven analytical problem-solving skills and ability to resolve complex technical problems
• General knowledge of semiconductor wafer manufacturing processes, and assembly
• Ability to operate with a continuous improvement mindset, and deliver on commitments

Preferences

• Semiconductor and PCB experience, preferably in a fabless semiconductor or electronics company
• Strong statistical training in tools such as JMP, R, Python and DOE experience are a plus
• Understanding of benchtop or ATE testing
• Strong problem-solving skills

• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonuses
• Free Lunch Catered in by Local Restaurants
• Private Equity Options
• Retirement Plans
• Sabbatical Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Days
• Relocation Assistance
• Conference Attendance Support
• Biweekly Phone Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program

The salary range for this role is $100,000-$140,000.00.

Please note: While a salary range is provided, the final compensation will depend on your experience, skill set, and how well you're able to highlight your background throughout the interview process.