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Senior Validation Engineer

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Bristol

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GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Validation Engineer in Bristol, where you will play a crucial role in validating cutting-edge semiconductor devices. This hands-on position involves developing test automation, performing high-speed optical testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in high-performance communication systems.

Qualifications

  • At least 6 years of relevant experience in high-speed lab environments.
  • Hands-on validation tasks expertise.
  • Strong software skills in Python or LabVIEW for test automation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop test automation scripts using Python or LabVIEW.
  • Perform lab-based testing of high-speed optical components.
  • Generate technical validation reports.

Skills

Signal Integrity
High-Speed Measurements
Digital/Optical Testing
Test Automation
Collaboration
Communication

Education

BSc/MSc in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
HNC/HND in relevant field

Tools

Oscilloscopes
VNAs
BERTs
Optical Test Tools
Altium

Job description

Job Description

Senior Validation Engineer

A dynamic opportunity is available for a Senior Validation Engineer to join a fast-paced, innovative environment. This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for an engineer with strong lab-based testing skills and a passion for high-speed digital and optical systems.

In this role, you’ll work at the forefront of technology, validating next- semiconductor devices. From refining test strategies to characterising cutting-edge components, your work will help shape tomorrow’s high-performance communication systems.

Key Responsibilities as the Senior Validation Engineer

  • Contribute to new product design reviews and define test features required for successful evaluation.
  • Develop test automation scripts using Python or LabVIEW.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, test, product, and applications engineering.
  • Participate in validation review meetings and generate technical validation reports.
  • Perform lab-based testing of high-speed optical components, ICs, or modules.
  • Take precision measurements on devices
  • Support PCB schematic entry and layout using Altium

Qualifications required:

  • BSc/MSc in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or HNC/HND with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience working in a high-speed lab environment with hands-on validation tasks.
  • Knowledge of signal integrity, high-speed measurements, and digital/optical testing.
  • Proficient with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, BERTs, and optical test tools.
  • Strong software skills in Python or LabVIEW for test automation.
  • A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and a drive to innovate.

Apply today and be a key part of tomorrow’s innovation.

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