Senior Test Hardware Engineer - GNSS Production Systems (Hybrid)

u-blox; Thalwil; Hybrid; CHF 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Flexible working hours

Nice location by Zurich lake

25 days vacation

Employee insurance contribution

Job summary

u-blox is seeking a Senior Test Hardware Designer for its Production Test Systems and Test Hardware Team in Thalwil. You will shape test solutions for GNSS module production and development testing, covering mechanical and electrical aspects and collaborating with internal teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes maintaining/upgrading test systems, defining hardware with a focus on cost effectiveness, and mentoring Test SW Engineers. Hybrid work and a strong learning environment are offered.

Qualifications

• MSc or BSc in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering; with apprenticeship in related field
• 5+ years experience in hardware designer role (test or RF preferred)
• Proficient in Altium or Cadence; hands-on prototype assembly and testing

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve module production test systems with contract manufacturers and internal teams
• Study new product test requirements; define test hardware and provide mechanical and electrical solutions (schematic and layout)
• Manage prototype ordering with Technical Assistant; assemble mechanical parts if needed
• Validate, characterize and document test hardware; train Test SW Engineers and others
• Focus on cost-optimized solutions

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical Engineering

Hardware design

Altium

Cadence

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Team collaboration

English fluency

Education

MSc or BSc in Mechatronics / Electrical Engineering

Apprenticeship in Mechatronics/Automation/Electronics

Tools

SolidWorks

LabVIEW

TestStand

Python

C/C++

Job description

u-blox is seeking a Senior Test Hardware Designer for its Production Test Systems and Test Hardware Team in Thalwil. You will shape test solutions for GNSS module production and development testing, covering mechanical and electrical aspects and collaborating with internal teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes maintaining/upgrading test systems, defining hardware with a focus on cost effectiveness, and mentoring Test SW Engineers. Hybrid work and a strong learning environment are offered.