Semiconductor Test Strategy Expert (m/f/d)

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies. Would you like to shape the future of intelligent mobility together with us? Become part of our VALEO team and revolutionize the experience of autonomous and connected driving. Are you ready to redefine how we validate automotive semiconductor technology? We are looking for a strategic leader to revolutionize our approach to semiconductor quality. You will be the authoritative voice during sourcing decisions, driving robust test strategies, and ensuring our suppliers adhere to zero-defect standards for our next-generation vehicle architectures. We are looking for YOU as Semiconductor Test Strategy Expert (m/f/d) for our location in Wemding, Munich, Bietigheim-Bissingen, Creteil, Prague, Rakovnik, or Tuam.

These challenges await you:

• Strategic Leadership: Define global standards for semiconductor test coverage and quality. Lead the cross-functional integration of these standards across R&D, Purchasing, and Manufacturing.
• Technical Sourcing Authority: Act as the technical support in selecting SoCs, MCUs, ASICs, and Power Modules. Challenge supplier capabilities and mitigate technical risks early in the RFQ phase.
• Supplier Governance: Conduct deep-dive technical audits of supplier methodologies, specifically focusing on Design for Test (DFT) and fault coverage.
• Failure Analysis & Improvement: Lead task forces on high-impact semiconductor failures. Drive 8D problem-solving and push for advanced screening (e.g. Outlier Detection, Part Average Testing) to eliminate latent defects.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 10+ years in the semiconductor industry (Product/Test Engineering or Quality) within an automotive Tier-1 or major IDM/Foundry environment.
• Deep understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, DFT, and failure mechanisms.
• Proficiency in automotive quality standards (AEC-Q100/101/200, ISO 26262, IATF 16949) and statistical data analysis (SYL, SBL, PAT).
• An assertive negotiator capable of challenging supplier assertions and translating deep technical issues into business risks for executive leadership.
• A resilient leader comfortable driving cultural and technical transformation within a large, global organization.

We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds as well as from people with disabilities.

Why Valeo:

• Compensation package. Performance-related salary components and company pension scheme (allowance).
• Career development. Scope to develop your own ideas as well as professional and personal development opportunities worldwide.
• Benefits. Allowances for sports, health, pension scheme, canteen, JobRad, free employee parking spaces, regular employee events and social support for a family-friendly environment.
• Flexibility. Working models that harmonize your professional and private life.
• Work environment. Flat hierarchies and modern working methods provide you with an innovative working environment.
• The future. We work together on the mobility trends of tomorrow.

Job: Quality - Suppliers Operational Organization: PG Region SQA Schedule: Full time Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Contract with Collective agreement clause

Job Posting Date: 2026-07-14

• one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
• a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
• more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
• a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

Valeo is a global tech company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility industry. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest innovative companies. We offer a large number of job opportunities that are as diverse as they are rewarding. Whether you are a student seeking an internship, a recent graduate, or an experienced professional, you will find an interesting opportunity at Valeo for you!

More information on www.valeo.com

Join Valeo! As part of a global community of passionate people, you will grow and thrive, setting the trend through advanced technologies, for greener, safer, and smarter mobility.

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