Principal Test Engineer
Renesas is seeking a highly experienced
Principal Test Engineer
to drive advanced test development for new products within the Performance Computing Power (PCP) business unit in Catania, Italy.
This role is a key technical position combining deep hands‑on expertise with strategic influence across product development and production. As a senior individual contributor, the selected candidate will define and lead test methodologies, guide complex technical decisions, and act as a reference point for the broader engineering team.
You will work on cutting‑edge power management solutions, including multiphase controllers, smart power stages, and 48v system power regulators.
end‑to‑end test strategy definition
for new product development, ensuring scalability, quality, and cost efficiency
best‑in‑class test methodologies,
test plan development, DFT approaches, and ATE hardware design
technical leader and mentor
for test engineers, supporting capability growth across the team
robust production release , including high coverage, test time optimization, and manufacturability
root cause analysis and yield improvement initiatives , applying advanced statistical and data‑driven techniques
Design, Product Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams
customer interactions, escalations, and quality investigations
test roadmap and long‑term strategy , aligning with business and product requirements
Support
through test optimization and efficiency improvements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering
(master’s preferred)




Typically 12+ years of experience
in test engineering for analog/mixed‑signal or power management ICs
ATE test development
(DFT techniques, test coverage analysis, and production flows
Proven experience in
complex product bring‑up, debug, and production ramp
data analysis, statistical methods, and yield optimization
Strong programming skills C/C++, python or similar is a plus
ATE instrumentation, signal integrity, and hardware design constraints
Experience in
debugging analog and mixed‑signal systems , including serial interfaces
Strong technical leadership without formal people management responsibility
The expected annual pay range for this position is €74,000-€100,000. Please note that the final offer will depend on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and the candidate’s skill set. This role is also eligible for a premio.
To Make Our Lives Easier
.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system‑level know‑how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure,



and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power‑efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘
To Make Our Lives Easier
.’
At Renesas, you can:
in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.
by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure.
in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people‑first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.
Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?
Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Technology
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📌 Director - Test Engineering (Palermo)
🏢 Renesas
📍 Palermo