Principle Development Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.•Livermore, CA

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About The Position

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle - from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Rooted in our core values - Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People - we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter. The Principle Development Engineer will lead efforts in characterization, modeling, reliability analysis, and design debug, supporting activities from qualification through production testing. This role encompasses failure analysis, documentation, technology transfer, and training, ensuring seamless integration across development and manufacturing. Additionally, the position involves driving the design and development of probe card mechanical components and assembly processes.

Requirements

Cross-Departmental Collaboration
Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
Detail-Oriented
Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (GD&T)
JMP Pro
Material Selection
Mechanical Components Design
Microsoft Office
Multitasking
Problem Solving
Python
SolidWorks
Structural Analysis
Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work

Responsibilities

Execute fundamental probe card performance characterization in a lab environment.
Support integration engineers in product characterization activities.
Develop probe card mechanical assembly processes, create work instructions, and conduct production training.
Provide support for production and customer applications related to mechanical assembly issues.
Recommend and implement corrective actions based on root cause analysis.
Design probe card mechanical components, development test vehicles, and tooling fixtures.
Generate, release, and maintain design drawings and Bills of Materials (BOM).
Work closely with R&D, Process Integration, and Operations teams to ensure timely task completion.
Maintain accurate documentation for designs, processes, and training materials.