Job Description

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview
Teradyne is seeking a hands-on Pilot Line Engineer to join our Chicago (Deer Park) engineering team, focused on early ‑phase engineering bring ‑up and validation of ETS (Eagle Test Systems) platforms. This role is critical during Phase 2–Phase 3 development, where engineering prototypes transition toward stable, manufacturable hardware.

The ideal candidate is someone who is deeply technical, execution ‑oriented, comfortable working at the bench, and effective collaborating directly with design engineering during bring ‑up and debug.

This is not a sustaining or purely documentation role. It is a factory ‑floor, lab ‑intensive engineering position requiring strong electronics fundamentals, ATE familiarity, and the ability to debug systems down to board and component level.

JOB DUTIES

Engineering Bring‑Up & Validation

• Support early engineering builds for ETS platforms, including prototype and pre ‑DV hardware.
• Execute and support Design Verification (DV) activities during Phase 3 development.
• Perform system ‑level and board ‑level bring ‑up, identifying hardware, integration, and manufacturing gaps.
• Partner closely with US ‑based design engineers to accelerate issue discovery and resolution.

Hardware Debug & Rework

• Perform hands ‑on debug of electronic boards and systems using schematics, layout data, and test tools.
• Support minor PCBAs rework and modifications following IPC standards.
• Conduct HLA (High Level Assembly) support and troubleshooting during pilot builds.
• Drive failures to root cause, distinguishing design, process, and assembly contributors.

Pilot Line & Manufacturing Readiness

Data, Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

• Track failures, trends, and yield indicators using Teradyne manufacturing and data systems.
• Generate clear technical documentation to support internal teams and downstream manufacturing.
• Support knowledge transfer to global Pilot Line and Contract Manufacturing teams when required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals (analog, digital, power, grounding, signal integrity).
• Proven experience with ATE systems or complex measurement platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to debug hardware to component level.
• Hands ‑on experience with PCBA assembly, rework, or modification following IPC guidelines.
• Experience supporting NPI, Pilot Line, or early product development stages.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast ‑paced, ambiguous engineering environment.
• Strong English communication skills for collaboration with cross ‑functional global teams.

Preferred / Differentiating Experience

• Direct experience with ETS / Eagle Test Systems platforms.
• Prior role as a Pilot Line Engineer, NPI Engineer, or Hardware Validation Engineer.
• Experience supporting DV, qualification, or pre ‑production builds.
• Familiarity with yield tracking, failure analysis, and data ‑driven corrective actions.
• Experience collaborating closely with design engineering teams during bring ‑up.
• Exposure to global manufacturing transfers or factory ramp support.

Profile We Are Targeting

This role is intentionally scoped for an engineer who:

• Is comfortable working at the bench as much as in design reviews.
• Enjoy debugging real hardware problems, not only analyzing reports.
• Can operate independently during early development chaos and bring structure to it.
• Has grown through technician ‑to ‑engineer or deeply hands ‑on engineering paths.
• Acts as a technical multiplier for design teams by catching issues early and driving fast closure.

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