Test Engineer - Silicon Photonic Devices

About the role

GlobalFoundries is looking for a Test Engineer to support the testing and characterization of silicon photonic devices for PDK development and customer testing services. Working with senior engineers and project teams, you will run test plans, take measurements, analyse test data and help improve testing processes. The role offers hands-on experience in optoelectronics testing and semiconductor manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

• Perform optical and electrical testing of silicon photonic devices at chip and wafer level, following established procedures and equipment operating instructions.
• Execute test plans and collect measurement data accurately and efficiently.
• Analyse test results and prepare reports for project teams and senior engineers.
• Assist in troubleshooting test issues and support root cause investigations.
• Maintain test setups and equipment, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams on calibration and maintenance.
• Support the implementation and optimisation of automated test solutions.
• Work with designers and stakeholders to validate device performance against specifications.
• Document test procedures, observations and results, and carry out other duties as assigned.
• Follow all environmental, health, safety and security requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic or Optical Engineering, Physics or a related discipline.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: interest in optoelectronics and semiconductor technologies, fundamental understanding of data analysis and statistical methods, self-motivation and good collaboration skills.