Major Functions and Responsibilities:

Estimate effort and timelines for application development projects (conversions, new developments). Define tester configurations based on customer device requirements and propose it in alignment with sales and marketing to the customer. Work out test time estimations for benchmarks and application development projects. Development, Debug, Integration of application program according to customer test specification. Work on application programming by themselves as well being responsible for on-time and on-cost delivery. Define and drive loadboard development with third party vendors based on customer requirements. Conduct technical training internally and for customers according to the training guidelines and procedures at COHU. Report regularly and on demand about the status of the ongoing activities (e.g. monthly reports, trip reports, project reports). On- and offsite support activities for customers (including ramp-up support for production at customer site, onsite trouble shooting, technology and methodical support for customers). Co-operate with Sales and Marketing to support business of system sales. Self education on trends relevant for engineering and technology. Adapt and implement necessary steps in consensus with your management. Special projects, as assigned.  Ensure smooth cooperation among all COHU divisions and departments through team work. Co-operate with the Applications Team worldwide to meet goals, objectives and functions as defined above. 

 

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Participate frequently in customer meetings and foster all levels of communications with customer. Focus on existing business processes and their appropriate usage as well on continued improvement of existing processes. Report SPR’s (system performance reports) upon detecting any issues on the tester operating system.  Write application notes and papers for internal use as well propose papers for exhibitions and public events

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education : Engineering / University degree or similar education

Experience : Knowledge in two or more of the listed disciplines: 

RF technology Digital Mixed Signal Test + DSP Power Automotive DFT (Design for Testability) 5-10+ years experience in the ATE and/or semiconductor industry

Achievements : 

Successful execution of turn key projects Solid background in minimum two technology fields On-site customer support experience

Specific Knowledge :

Fluent in English (written and spoken) Fluent in Japanese (written and spoken.

Personal Qualifications : Programming skills, good understanding of electronics and electrical engineering, creative,  communicative, flexible, organized, willing to learn, willingness to travel, collaborate with other cultures, able to work in international teams.