Test Operations Engineering Manager at Renesas Electronics

Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Test Operations Management, Semiconductor Manufacturing, OSAT Management, Capacity Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, 8D Problem Solving, Why-Why Analysis, Project Management, Cross-functional Coordination, Statistical Data Analysis, Hardware Troubleshooting, OEE Tracking, Yield Improvement, Cycle Time Reduction, Probe Test, Final Test

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Highly focused Test Operations Leader with extensive experience managing Engineering teams and subcontractors in Malaysia. Proven ability to merge technical excellence with financial stewardship, consistently implementing continuous improvement initiatives to achieve cost reduction goals, supporting products post manufacturing release and deliver operational excellence through cost reductions, OEE, yield and cycle time improvements to achieve our test KPI goals. This position reports into Test Operations under Operations Engineering Department (OED). Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and mentor a team of offshore Test Operations Engineers, defining team goals, assessing training needs, and driving career development. Responsible for overall Test Operations activities to support Renesas Product Groups and other functional teams (Supply Chain, Quality, Packaging, Foundry, PMO) on all phases of product lifecycle in Malaysia. Oversee and execute daily test operations activities with internal factories and test OSATs to ensure customer delivery fulfillment (i.e. Lot tracking and dispositions, Test Program releases and debugging, Hardware Troubleshooting/Repairs, Equipment up-time, Tester Utilization OEE tracking, Continuous Improvement Process, etc) Execute new test capacity expansions (tester/ handler/ hardware) to ensure sufficient capacity and meet production demand. Align with supply chain (SCM), hardware engineering, and external vendors to forecast capacity, analyze test requirements, and manage hardware procurement. Coordinate Probe/Final Test transfer from New Product Introduction to High Volume Manufacturing from Renesas Product Group groups Identify and execute continuous improvement projects (CIP) and process optimizations to secure annual cost savings team goal. Establish structured communication channels with colleagues and suppliers, generating regular performance reports and conducting risk or problem analyses for management. Qualifications Minimum bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computing or related engineering discipline Preferable with >10 years of experience in High Volume Semiconductor Test Manufacturing & Engineering environment in Probe/ WLCSP and Final Test Operations Familiar with test processes / equipment operations/ planning concepts Excellent problem-solving ability (8D, Why-Why Analysis, Process & Manufacturing challenges) Strong communication capabilities to align cross-functional teams, resolve workplace or supplier friction smoothly, and foster a positive collaborative culture. Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects from inception to completion, including comprehensive risk assessment and cross-functional coordination. Good to have: Product knowledge & test methodology of power management product Familiar with failure analysis and reliability testing Proficiency in statistical data analysis tools (JMP, Spotfire, etc.) Additional Information Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement. Employment Type: Regular (PERM) Remote Work Available: No

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of offshore Test Operations Engineers to support product lifecycles and ensure customer delivery fulfillment. Oversee daily test activities with internal factories and OSATs while driving cost reductions and operational excellence through KPI improvements.