Hardware Lab Engineer
TeleWorld Solutions · Santa Clara, CA · Yesterday
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About the role
TeleWorld Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Hardware Lab Engineer with strong hands-on experience in RF lab environments and Python-based automation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and automating RF lab test scenarios, with a focus on 5G signal generation, signal analysis, and programmable lab instrumentation. This role requires close collaboration with engineering teams to ensure repeatable, efficient, and accurate lab validation.
Responsibilities
- Operate and configure Rohde & Schwarz SMBV100B 5G signal generators for RF and 5G test scenarios.
- Design, build, and maintain RF lab setups, including Programmable attenuators, Couplers, circulators, splitters, and other RF/EE components.
- Perform signal level and spectrum analysis using spectrum analyzers and related RF test equipment.
- Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate Test execution, Instrument control, Data collection and result logging.
- Execute repeatable lab tests for RF performance, signal integrity, and regression validation.
- Troubleshoot RF and lab setup issues and provide root-cause analysis.
- Document test procedures, automation scripts, and test results clearly and accurately.
- Collaborate with RF, system, and software engineers to support development and validation activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 5 years + experience working in an RF or wireless lab environment.
- Experience with 5G or RF signal generators, specifically R&S SMBV100B or similar.
- Strong understanding of RF fundamentals (attenuation, coupling, isolation, signal levels).
- Proficiency in Python programming for test automation and instrument control.
- Experience using spectrum analyzers for RF signal analysis.
- Familiarity with programmable lab instruments and automated test setups.
Qualifications
- Required Qualifications:
- Preferred Qualifications:
Skills
- RF Lab Testing
- 5G Signal Generation
- Python Automation
- Spectrum Analysis
- Programmable Attenuators & RF Components
- Test Setup & Debugging
- Technical Documentation
Benefits
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Pay
Competitive compensation package.
Schedule
Full-time position.