Engineer I, Manufacturing Test Engineering Careers at Analog Devices in Chon Buri, Thailand

Overview

Imagine launching your engineering career at the forefront of semiconductor innovation in the heart of Thailand's booming industrial hub. Analog Devices, a global leader in analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing integrated circuits, invites recent graduates and early-career professionals to join as Engineer I, Manufacturing Test Engineering in Chon Buri, Thailand. This entry-level role is your gateway to shaping the future of intelligent edge technologies that power everything from autonomous vehicles and smart factories to advanced healthcare devices and climate monitoring systems.

With over 55 years of pioneering breakthroughs, Analog Devices bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling innovations that transform industries worldwide. Our Chon Buri facility, strategically located in Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor, is a state-of-the-art manufacturing center producing high-performance semiconductors that drive the Intelligent Edge. As a Manufacturing Test Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring product quality and reliability, developing cutting-edge test solutions that keep ADI ahead of what's possible.

This graduate-level position offers hands-on experience in a dynamic, high-tech environment where you'll collaborate with world-class engineers from diverse backgrounds. No prior professional experience required – just a passion for electronics, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence. Join a company that generated over $9 billion in revenue in FY24, employs 24,000 people globally, and fosters a culture of continuous learning and sustainable impact.

Day in the Life of a Manufacturing Test Engineer in Chon Buri

Your day at Analog Devices in Chon Buri begins with a collaborative stand-up meeting with your test engineering team and cross-functional partners from manufacturing, product engineering, and quality assurance. Over coffee in our modern cafeteria overlooking the lush Thai countryside, you review overnight test data, discuss yield trends, and prioritize debugging tasks for the shift ahead.

By 9 AM, you're at your dedicated workstation in the cleanroom-adjacent test lab, equipped with the latest automated test equipment (ATE) from Teradyne and Advantest. Your first task: analyzing parametric test data from last night's production run using JMP statistical software. A subtle yield drop on a mixed-signal device catches your eye – time to dive into the data. You script a Python analysis tool to correlate test parameters with wafer maps, quickly identifying a potential tester calibration drift.

Mid-morning brings hardware debugging. Donning your ESD smock, you head to the ATE floor to characterize a new test fixture for an RF power amplifier. Using your network analyzer and oscilloscope skills, you validate signal integrity across 50+ test conditions, iterating on PCB layouts with our test hardware designer. Lunchtime offers Thai favorites like pad thai or som tam from our on-site canteen, shared with colleagues from engineering, operations, and even our Vietnam and Singapore teams via video link.

Afternoon focuses on test program development. Using C++ and our proprietary test framework, you enhance coverage for a new automotive-grade sensor, shaving 15% off test time while maintaining 99.9% fault coverage. A production alert pings – false failures on a high-volume line. You remote into the tester, reproduce the issue, and deploy a software fix within 30 minutes, preventing thousands in scrap costs.

As the day winds down, you document your improvements in our Confluence knowledge base, mentor a production technician on the updated test flow, and join a Kaizen event planning session for yield optimization. By 5 PM, you're wrapping up, energized by tangible impact and looking forward to tomorrow's challenges in this 24/7 innovation ecosystem.

Why Chon Buri, Thailand?

Chon Buri Province represents Thailand's industrial powerhouse, perfectly positioned in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) – Southeast Asia's Silicon Valley. Just 90 minutes from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport and minutes from pristine beaches like Pattaya and Jomtien, Chon Buri offers the ideal blend of professional opportunity and Thai lifestyle paradise.

Our state-of-the-art facility benefits from Thailand's world-class infrastructure, including Laem Chabang Deep Sea Port – Southeast Asia's largest – and high-speed rail connectivity. The region hosts global giants like Ford, Honda, and Western Digital, creating a vibrant tech ecosystem where ADI thrives. With over 1.5 million residents, Chon Buri combines modern amenities with authentic Thai culture: fresh seafood markets, Buddhist temples, weekend floating markets, and international schools for expat families.

Cost of living remains remarkably affordable – enjoy luxury condo living for what you'd pay for a studio in California, with domestic help and private chefs as standard. English is widely spoken in professional circles, while Thai language classes are available on-site. Proximity to Bangkok offers world-class healthcare at Bumrungrad International Hospital and endless entertainment, while Chon Buri's beaches provide weekend recharge. Thailand's Eastern Seaboard is where careers accelerate and lives flourish.

Career Growth Opportunities

Analog Devices invests heavily in your professional development. As Engineer I, you'll enter our structured Graduate Engineer Program featuring technical rotations, leadership training, and mentorship from senior principals. Within 18 months, high performers advance to Engineer II, tackling complex projects like AI-optimized test algorithms and 5G mmWave characterization.

Our career lattice offers paths into product engineering, applications support, test hardware design, or operations management. Global mobility programs place top talent in Massachusetts, Ireland, or Singapore hubs. Technical tracks lead to Principal Engineer roles designing test solutions for next-gen technologies, while management paths culminate in Test Engineering Director positions overseeing multi-site operations.

ADI University provides unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, and internal academies covering ATE programming, machine learning for test, and Six Sigma Black Belt certification. Annual Individual Development Plans ensure personalized growth, with 90% of engineers receiving promotions within three years.

Rewards and Compensation

Competitive base salary reflects Thailand's market while benchmarking global standards, plus performance bonuses tied to factory yield and on-time delivery. Comprehensive benefits include private health insurance covering Bumrungrad Hospital, annual health checkups, and dental coverage. 20+ days paid annual leave, public holidays, and flexible hours support work-life balance.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan lets you invest in ADI at discounted rates. Professional development budget covers certifications, conferences like ITC and SW Test, and graduate studies at Chulalongkorn or KMUTT universities. On-site gym, subsidized meals, annual company trip (Songkran festivals past), and team-building at beach resorts build camaraderie. Relocation support eases your transition to Thailand's Island of Innovation.

Company Culture at Analog Devices

ADI's culture revolves around Innovation meets Impact. We embrace diverse thinking – 40% women in technical roles, employees from 80+ nationalities. Inclusive Leadership training ensures everyone thrives regardless of background. Sustainability drives our operations: solar-powered facilities, water recycling, and net-zero goals by 2030.

Chon Buri teams celebrate Loy Krathong with floating lanterns on-site, while Diwali and Christmas unite our multicultural family. Hackathons yield real production tools, and our IDEA employee group champions diversity. Flat hierarchy means your voice matters – Engineers I present at global tech reviews. Work hard, play hard, impact the world.

How to Apply

Ready to test the future? Submit your resume, transcript, and cover letter highlighting your electronics passion. Selected candidates enjoy technical interviews focusing on analog fundamentals, coding challenges, and behavioral fit. Offers extended within two weeks include relocation support. U.S. export compliance may apply for non-Thai citizens.

Don't miss this launchpad to semiconductor stardom. Apply now and join 24,000 innovators Ahead of What's Possible™.

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Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Export licensing may apply.