Principal NPI Product Engineer

Location: Burlington, Ottawa, ON or Bristol, UK (Hybrid – 4 days in office Mon- Thurs) Our Team Semtech's New Product Introduction (NPI) Product Engineering Team is the central engineering function behind every new product we bring to market. Our team of focused and talented engineers takes full ownership of new product development — driving each program from conception through end-of-life with a commitment to flawless execution. Working closely with all internal cross-functional teams, our engineers define and drive DfT testability requirements, test coverage, production characterization (across process, voltage, and temperature variations), ATE-to-bench correlation, cost and yield optimization, test time reduction, project logistics, and seamless transfer to full-volume manufacturing. We take pride in delivering high-quality products that exceed customer expectations and drive business success — and our versatile, results-driven team makes it happen. Job Summary We are looking for a Principal NPI Product Engineer to take ownership of new product development programs — from early-stage silicon development through full production transfer. Working closely with cross-functional teams across design, validation, test, characterization, quality, and operations, you will be a key technical contributor and program driver for our high-performance optical and analog/mixed-signal IC portfolio in cutting-edge CMOS and BiCMOS technologies. Key Responsibilities NPI Program Ownership & Cross-Functional Collaboration 25%Drive NPI programs from product concept through final release, ensuring product conformance to specifications and seamless transfer to full-volume manufacturingLead and coordinate with cross-functional teams including Design, Marketing, Validation, Test Engineering, Characterization, Quality & Reliability, Applications Engineering, and OperationsOwn backend NPI development tracking through product transfer; lead milestone reviews of program logistics, timelines, and deliverablesPrepare and own NPI product release deliverables and OSAT-related manufacturing documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness Design for Testability & Manufacturability 35%Define and drive Design for Testability (DfT) and Design for Manufacturability (DfM) requirements for NPI productsLead development, implementation, verification, and optimization of ATE test programs in collaboration with test engineeringDrive product characterization, correlation, and release activities to ensure adherence to product specifications and quality standardsOwn finalization of datasheet specifications and ATE production test limits through data-driven, statistically validated limit-setting processes Characterization, Data Analysis & Yield Optimization 30%Develop and own product characterization plans for wafer-level and bench tests across product specifications and operating conditionsLead data analysis of ATE and bench characterization results across PVT variations, including ATE-to-bench correlation studies and process capability analysisDrive yield modeling activities and lead DOE planning and execution to support yield analysis, test time reduction, and test optimizationLead product validation and reliability qualification activities in collaboration with Test, Characterization, Validation, and Reliability Engineering teamsIdentify yield loss Pareto opportunities and drive targeted solutions to closure Manufacturing Quality, Failure Analysis & Continuous Improvement 10%Monitor yields and quality metrics across processing steps; proactively identify and act on trends and anomaliesReview and own test coverage, test limits, and guard-band decisionsLead failure analysis and root cause investigations for field returns and RMA cases; drive CAPA development and closurePartner with foundry process and packaging engineering teams to resolve issues during wafer fabrication, packaging, die sort, and final package testIdentify and implement product lifecycle cost reduction and continuous improvement opportunities Qualifications Required BS in Electrical Engineering or a related field (MS strongly preferred)10+ years of experience in semiconductor product engineering, test engineering, or design engineeringProven ownership of silicon bring-up, characterization, and production transfer programsHands-on experience with ATE test development, ATE-to-bench correlation, and production test limit settingStrong foundation in DfT and DfM principlesProficiency with statistical analysis tools such as JMP or Excel; scripting/automation in Python, TCL, or equivalentExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills Preferred Background in analog/mixed-signal or optical IC characterization (TIA, CDR, LimitAmp, high-speed SerDes)Familiarity with high-speed ATE platforms such as Advantest or TeradyneExperience with JEDEC reliability qualification methodologies (HTOL, HAST, ESD, latch-up)Exposure to ATPG, MBIST, or boundary scan DFT flowsExperience engaging directly with foundry and OSAT partners Why Join Semtech Work on cutting-edge CMOS and BiCMOS ICs powering next-generation 400G / 800G / 1.6T optical networking infrastructureFull program ownership from Day 1 — you drive products, not just support themGlobal, collaborative team with sites in Burlington ON, Bristol UK, Aguascalientes MX, San Diego CA, and an Asia HubTechnically rigorous culture with strong cross-functional exposure and direct access to design, reliability, and fab teamsCompetitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $110,000- $140,000(CAD). There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package, The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.