Electronic Device Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical role specializing in functional verification, performance evaluation, and reliability testing of prototype models of electronic devices. Excludes circuit design, supporting product commercialization through prototype testing and analysis.
Description
Electronic Device Development Engineers (excluding design) conduct functional verification, performance evaluation, reliability testing, EMC testing, etc., on prototype models of new or improved devices. They create test jigs, operate measuring instruments, collect and analyze test data, identify issues, and propose improvements. They collaborate with design, quality assurance, and manufacturing departments to ensure quality and reliability during mass production.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT devices and autonomous driving systems, electronic devices are becoming more advanced and complex, increasing the importance of prototype evaluation and reliability testing. In the future, improvements in work efficiency using automated testing and AI analysis will be required.
Personality Traits
Being cooperative / Being meticulous / Having an analytical mindset / Having patience
Work Style
Flexitime / Office and Lab Work / Partial Remote Possible / Project-based / Research and Development
Career Path
Junior Test Engineer → Evaluation Engineer → Reliability Engineer → Development Project Leader → Quality Assurance Engineer → Technical Manager
Required Skills
Basic Electronic Circuit Knowledge / Basic Firmware Knowledge (C Language) / Data Analysis / Measurement Instrument Operation / Reliability Testing / Test Fixture Creation and Operation
Recommended Skills
ESD Measures / English Literature Reading / Programming (Data Processing) / Quality Management (ISO9001) / Reliability Engineering
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not overlook minute measurement errors or signs of defects. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Required for measurement data analysis and statistical processing. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to identify causes of defects in prototypes and derive improvement measures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily lab or office work, with limited heavy equipment handling. |
Related Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (Electrical and Electronics Department)
- Second-Class Electrician License
Aliases
- Electronic Device Evaluation Engineer
- Hardware Test Engineer
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