Test & Characterization Engineer (2026 New College Graduate)

GlobalFoundries•Malta, NY

About The Position

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills. GlobalFoundries is seeking a highly motivated New College Graduate with a background in Electrical Engineering to join the Central Services Lab team. In this role, you will support silicon characterization, electrical measurement, and data analysis activities that enable accurate device modeling and robust PDK delivery. You will collaborate with technology development and reference circuit teams to support silicon validation efforts.

Requirements

Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited degree program
Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing
English (Written & Verbal) language fluency

Nice To Haves

Prior related internship or co-op experience
Demonstrated leadership experience through school, projects, or extracurricular activities
Project management skills, including the ability to navigate ambiguity and execute solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Experience with electrical testing, lab measurements, or semiconductor device characterization
Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, C, or C++, and exposure to data analysis or automation workflows

Responsibilities

Support device characterization and electrical testing across wafer-level and structure-level measurements
Assist with data analysis, validation, and reporting of characterization results
Collaborate with engineers on model development, test planning, and measurement correlation
Develop scripts or tools to improve data processing, analysis, and workflow efficiency
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.