Senior Electronics/FPGA Hardware Test Engineer

ASML • San Diego, CA

1d • $132,000 - $220,000 • Onsite

About The Position

ASML US, including its affiliates and subsidiaries, bring together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market, and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon. Job Mission We are looking for a Senior Electronics/FPGA Test Engineer to lead the development of automated test infrastructure for FPGA-based systems and ensure highly reliable electronics for ASML’s EUV technology. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on expertise in advanced testing and in-circuit verification of FPGA designs, diagnosing complex issues, and resolving manufacturing or design challenges. You will work with cutting-edge technologies such as digital communication, photo-detectors, signal acquisition, and distributed high-precision timestamping, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to qualify new FPGA features, mentor junior engineers, and influence strategies for next-generation semiconductor equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an integrator and/or test engineer for electronic/electrical functions.
• Experience with FPGA development, hardware testing, and automation.
• Experience with automated test frameworks integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficient in FPGA architecture, digital electronics, and hardware validation.
• Deep Expertise in scripting languages (Python, TCL, or similar) for automation.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex hardware/software integration issues.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of cabling, connectivity, and electronic safety.
• Proficient with version control systems (Git)
• Familiar with Linux environments.
• Exposure to CI/CD integration for test automation.

Nice To Haves

• Proven track record of leading test development projects and mentoring teams.
• Knowledge of high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR) and signal integrity analysis.
• Exposure to embedded systems, firmware development, and system-level testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of advanced automated test frameworks for FPGA and electronic systems.
• Define test strategies and ensure alignment with product requirements and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, verification, firmware) to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Perform in-depth analysis of test results, identify systemic issues, and propose long-term solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for test processes and infrastructure.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in best practices for hardware validation and automation.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and influence test architecture decisions.
• E nsure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in all testing activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan.
• Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees