Characterization Engineer: Wireless RF Test & Validation

Nordic Semiconductor; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Medical insurance

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Nordic Semiconductor is seeking a Characterization Engineer to validate and optimize cutting-edge wireless semiconductor solutions powering connected devices worldwide. You will develop advanced test infrastructure, conduct high-frequency and analog characterization, and support product readiness from concept to production.

Collaborate with RF, analog, digital and software teams to tackle challenging post-silicon issues, drive test platform development, and continuously improve verification

Qualifications

• MSc in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or a BSc with relevant experience.
• Expertise in electronic and hardware design, analog and high-frequency test and characterization.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Python, or LabVIEW.
• Familiarity with Test Equipment (NI PXI, ATE) and knowledge of transceiver and digital system architectures.

Responsibilities

• Develop test infrastructure to validate cutting-edge wireless and RF technologies.
• Design and execute high-frequency and analog characterization measurements, helping ensure exceptional product performance in real-world applications.
• Play a key role in delivering innovative semiconductor products by driving characterization activities.
• Investigate and resolve complex post-silicon challenges, directly contributing to product quality and successful launches.
• Lead the development and evolution of prototype test platforms that support critical chip validation and approval activities.
• Influence the future of hardware verification by developing new methodologies and continuously improving engineering practices.
• Work closely with world-class experts across RF, analog, digital, software, and product teams, guiding products from early concept through to mass production.

Skills

C

C++

Python

LabVIEW

Education

MSc in Electrical Engineering

MSc in Computer Engineering

BSc with relevant experience

Tools

NI PXI

ATE

Job description

Nordic Semiconductor is seeking a Characterization Engineer to validate and optimize cutting-edge wireless semiconductor solutions powering connected devices worldwide. You will develop advanced test infrastructure, conduct high-frequency and analog characterization, and support product readiness from concept to production.

Collaborate with RF, analog, digital and software teams to tackle challenging post-silicon issues, drive test platform development, and continuously improve verification