Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Nokia; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Life insurance

Well-being programs

NERGs

Career & skills development

Learning environment

Job summary

Nokia in Chennai is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to partner with hardware teams to define test strategies and develop automated test solutions for Fixed Networks products. You will collaborate with manufacturing suppliers to implement and maintain tests, analyze data to drive improvements, and automate product configuration in factories and warehouses.

You will have 8-10 years of experience, strong PCB test fixture design knowledge, and proficiency in Python, TestStand, TCL, and C/C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree with 8-10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong in defining and designing industrial test fixtures for PCBs and finished goods.
• Proficient in Python and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with TestStand, TCL, and C/C++; knowledge of Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Define test strategies with hardware engineers for Fixed Networks products.
• Design and develop automated functional test solutions for manufacturing.
• Create system and traffic test solutions to ensure quality and reliability.
• Support global manufacturing sites in validating every unit produced.
• Provide guidance to suppliers on test solution implementation.
• Assist suppliers in maintaining and optimizing test systems.
• Analyze test and production data to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with customer teams to automate product configuration in factories.

Skills

Python programming

TestStand

TCL

C/C++

Linux

Networking basics

Education

Bachelor Degree

Tools

PCB test fixtures

Job description

Job Description

As Manufacturing Test Engineer Work with hardware engineers to define test strategies and develop automated test solutions for Fixed Networks products, support manufacturing suppliers in implementing and maintaining these solutions, analyze test data to drive improvements, and collaborate with customer teams to automate product configuration in factories and warehouses

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Collaborate with hardware development engineers to define test strategies for Fixed Networks products.
• Design and develop automated functional test solutions for manufacturing environments.
• Create system and traffic test solutions to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Support global manufacturing sites in validating every produced unit.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing suppliers on test solution implementation.
• Assist suppliers in maintaining and optimizing manufacturing test systems.
• Analyze test and production data to identify improvement opportunities in products and processes.
• Work with customer teams to automate product configuration based on factory and warehouse requirements.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

• Bachelor Degree with 8-10 years of experience with relevant work experience .
• Strong experience in defining and designing industrial test fixtures for PCBs and finished goods, complemented by extensive knowledge of electronics hardware (PCB) design and hardware testing methodologies.
• Proficient in Python programming with solid object-oriented programming skills.
• Experience with programming languages and tools such as TestStand, TCL, and C/C++, along with an understanding of LLM techniques.
• Familiarity with test instruments, instrument control, optical communication network standards (e.g., PON/AP), and Linux-based development environments.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience with Linux systems and programming within that environment.
• Strong understanding of networking principles, including GPON technologies, Ethernet, TCP/IP, routing, and switching.
• Familiarity with Wi-Fi RF, antennas hardware design, test and certification.
• Demonstrated working enthusiasm, teamwork spirit, and experience with large-scale projects

About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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Our recruitment process

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If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.

About The Team

Some of our benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond