Global Tier 1 Company - Hardware Design Engineering Director

A global semiconductor leader seeks an Automated Test Equipment Hardware Design Engineering Director in Hsinchu. This role shapes test hardware design, drives silicon validation strategies, and ensures high-volume manufacturing readiness. Lead global teams with supportive leadership, fostering collaboration and growth. Enjoy flexible work, pension benefits, and continuous training in an inclusive environment.

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Hsinchu

Keywords: collaborative, dependable, supportive leadership, inclusive, flexible working opportunities, knowledgeable, training opportunities, generous pensions contributions

What you'll do:

As an Automated Test Equipment Hardware Design Engineering Director based in Hsinchu, you will play a central role in shaping the technical direction of test hardware design for semiconductor products. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve guiding global engineering teams through complex projects that require deep expertise in system integration and validation methodologies. You will foster a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged, ensuring that every member feels supported in their professional development. By managing risks effectively and overseeing quality assurance processes, you will guarantee that all hardware meets the highest standards before reaching high-volume manufacturing. Your ability to connect across functions—working closely with operations, engineering, and suppliers—will be key to driving successful launches. With access to flexible working arrangements and ongoing training programmes, you will have the resources needed to thrive in this inclusive setting.

• Guide the design, development, and implementation of advanced test hardware solutions including load boards and probe cards for semiconductor products.
• Define technical roadmaps for test hardware design, aligning strategies with organisational goals to ensure First Time Right silicon validation and high-volume manufacturing readiness.
• Lead global engineering teams by providing supportive leadership, encouraging collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth across diverse groups.
• Oversee risk management processes related to hardware design and delivery, ensuring all products meet stringent quality assurance standards before launch.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as BL Test Engineering and Operations to drive communal success in test hardware development initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships with test hardware suppliers, coordinating multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining dependable communication channels.
• Drive technology lifecycle planning for automated test equipment (ATE), ensuring alignment with evolving industry requirements and company objectives.
• Champion inclusive practices within the team by promoting inter-personal connections, empathy, and shared responsibility for project outcomes.
• Monitor system integration and validation methodologies to guarantee optimal performance of digital, mixed-signal, high-speed RF, and mmWave devices.
• Support ongoing training opportunities for team members to enhance their skills in SI/PI simulation tools and semiconductor test flows.

What you bring:

To excel as an Automated Test Equipment Hardware Design Engineering Director in Hsinchu, your extensive background in hardware design & development will be crucial. You bring not only technical proficiency but also a commitment to nurturing teams through supportive leadership. Your experience spans testing & validation methodologies as well as quality assurance processes specific to the semiconductor sector. Having worked with advanced automated test equipment platforms such as Advantest 93K or UltraFlex+, you understand the nuances of SI/PI simulation across various device types. Your ability to coordinate multiple projects while managing supplier relationships demonstrates your dependability. You are adept at developing communal strategies that align with organisational objectives through collaborative planning. Your strong inter-personal skills enable you to connect effectively across functions—ensuring shared success—and your dedication to inclusive practices fosters empathy within diverse teams. Familiarity with technology lifecycle planning further positions you as a knowledgeable leader ready to support ongoing growth.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field) is required for this role.
• Minimum 10+ years of proven experience in hardware design & development, testing & validation methodologies, quality assurance processes, and risk management within the semiconductor industry.
• At least 5 years spent in a leadership position where you have demonstrated supportive leadership abilities by nurturing teams through complex projects.
• Deep expertise in semiconductor test flows as well as SI/PI simulation on digital, mixed-signal, high-speed RF and mmWave devices is essential.
• Hands-on experience with Advantest 93K, Exascale, J750, UltraFlex, UltraFlex+ or similar automated test equipment platforms is highly desirable.
• Proven track record coordinating multiple initiatives simultaneously while managing vendor relationships with test hardware suppliers.
• Ability to develop team vision and strategy for ATE test development that aligns with broader company goals through communal planning.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective cross-functional collaboration with BL Test Engineering and Operations teams.
• Commitment to inclusive practices by promoting empathy, inter-personal connections, shared responsibility for outcomes within diverse groups.
• Familiarity with technology lifecycle planning for hardware solutions in fast-paced environments.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader in semiconductor innovation by prioritising collaboration, inclusivity, and professional development at every level. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate individual needs while supporting communal success. Generous pension contributions reflect the company’s commitment to long-term wellbeing. Continuous training programmes empower staff members to expand their knowledge base—ensuring everyone remains at the forefront of industry advancements. Supportive leadership is embedded throughout the business; managers nurture talent by encouraging knowledge sharing and inter-personal connections among colleagues. The workplace culture is built on trustworthiness and dependability: every team member plays an integral part in achieving shared goals. By joining this organisation in Hsinchu as an Automated Test Equipment Hardware Design Engineering Director, you become part of a network dedicated not only to technological excellence but also personal growth within an inclusive environment.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward by joining a knowledgeable team committed to collaboration and supportive leadership—apply now!

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