Test engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Posting Number : PG194226EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title :

CLAWS Electronics Test Engineer

Anticipated Hiring Range :

Commensurate with Experience

Work Schedule : M-F

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department : CLAWS

About the Department :

North Carolina State University is leading the charge as the recipient of a $39.4 million award from the Department of Defense to establish the regional Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub, Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors ( CLAWS ) . This initiative, part of the larger $238 million investment through the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, aims to revolutionize the field of wide bandgap semiconductors.

Hub leadership, Distinguished Professors John Muth and Fred Kish, are dedicated to the “lab to fab” journey—translating laboratory advancements into fabrication capabilities for wide bandgap semiconductors. The hub brings together a dynamic partnership with N.C. A&T State University and industry leaders, including Wolfspeed, Coherent Corp., General Electric, Bluglass, Adroit Materials, and Kyma Technologies, Inc. This collaborative effort will propel the development of semiconductors crucial for national defense, electric vehicles, power grid technologies, 5G / 6G, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence applications.

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• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

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Essential Job Duties :

We are seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation GaN semiconductor devices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Power or RF semiconductor device test, preferably with deep hands-on experience testing RF devices.

Key Responsibilities

RF devices, including amplifiers, passives, and MMICs. Small signal (S-parameter), load-pull, pulsed I-V, DC characteristics, parametric test, thermal effects.

Support design for test (DFT) initiatives that facilitate high throughput testing.

Leverage statistical methods to define test capabilities such as GR&R or MSA.

Other Responsibilities :

The successful candidate will :

Minimum Education and Experience :

Other Required Qualifications :

The successful candidate must demonstrate :

Preferred Qualifications :

The successful candidate would preferably have additional experience in :

Required License(s) or Certification(s) :

n / a

Valid NC Driver's License required :

No

Commercial Driver's License required :

No

Job Open Date : 09 / 09 / 2025

Anticipated Close Date :

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Applicants should upload a cover letter, CV / resume, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Optional documents – you may upload any previous projects as Other Document (1).

Position Number : 00111579

Position Type : EPS / SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :

1.0

Appointment : 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID : 140110 - CLAWS

EEO :

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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