Electrical Engineer

MACOM; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU Eligible

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

MACOM is seeking a motivated Test Engineer (Entry-Level) to join our RF test automation platform team in Lowell, MA. You will contribute to a Python-based test and measurement platform that automates RF and microwave tests across global labs, integrating with Keysight PNA-X and Rohde & Schwarz ZNA systems.

The role provides hands-on lab experience and software development opportunities, ideal for recent graduates eager to work with a collaborative engineering team.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, ECE, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• Strong programming skills in Python are required.
• Knowledge of JavaScript and/or TypeScript is necessary.
• Linux experience is required.
• Interest in software development, test systems, or automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance software features within a Python-based test automation framework.
• Design data processing, organization, and visualization methods.
• Build tools for real-time test status monitoring and equipment availability tracking.
• Support lab activities, including system validation and troubleshooting of automated measurements.
• Configure and deploy complex test setups with engineers locally and globally.
• Develop data analysis and plotting routines for engineering insights and reporting.
• Contribute ideas to improve system performance, efficiency, and usability.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

TypeScript

Linux

Data analysis

Education

B.S./B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering

B.S./B.S.E. in Computer Engineering

B.S./B.S.E. in Software Engineering

M.S./M.S.E. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication, and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and sales offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.MACOM is certified to the ISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental management standard. MACOM has more75 years of applicationexpertisewith multiple design centers, Si, GaAs, andInPfabrication, manufacturing, assembly and test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Click here to view our facilities.a href=#https://www.macom.com/ . In addition, MACOM offers foundry services thatrepresentsa key core competency within our business. MACOM sells and distributes products globally via a sales channelcomprisedof a direct field sales force, authorized sales representatives, and leading industry distributors.Our sales team is trained across all of our products to give our customers insights into our entire portfolio. Test Engineer (Entry-Level) – RF Test Automation Platform Location: Lowell, MA (with global collaboration) Experience Level: 0–5 years Overview We are looking for a motivated and curious Test Engineer to join our team supporting a global RF and microwave test automation platform. This system enables advanced measurement and characterization across labs worldwide, integrating with industry-leading test equipment and automating complex workflows for semiconductor device evaluation. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop both software and hands-on lab experience while working alongside a highly collaborative and supportive engineering team. What You’ll Work On - You will contribute to the ongoing development and expansion of a sophisticated, Python-based test and measurement platform that: - Automates RF and microwave test systems across global lab environments - Supports both discrete test setups and integrated analyzer platforms (e.g., Keysight PNA-X, Rohde & Schwarz ZNA) - Executes advanced measurement routines using built-in analyzer capabilities - Leverages a database-driven architecture for data storage, security, and asset tracking - Enables automated wafer probing, temperature cycling, and complex test sequencing Key Responsibilities - Develop and enhance software features within a Python-based test automation framework - Design and implement new methods for data processing, organization, and visualization - Build tools for real-time test status monitoring and equipment availability tracking - Support lab activities, including system validation and troubleshooting of automated measurements - Work directly with engineers locally and globally to configure and deploy complex test setups - Create custom automation solutions for new programs and applications - Develop data analysis and plotting routines for engineering insights and reporting - Contribute ideas to improve system performance, efficiency, and usability Technologies & Equipment - You will gain exposure to a wide range of RF test equipment and systems, including: - Vector Network Analyzers (Keysight PNA-X, Rohde & Schwarz ZNA) - Signal Generators, Power Meters, Noise Figure Meters - Digital Multimeters and Oscilloscopes - Automated wafer probing systems and thermal test platforms - (Prior experience is a plus but not required—training will be provided.) Qualifications - BS or MS in one of:Electrical Engineering, ECE, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering - Strong programming skills in Python (required) - Java script and/or Typescript skills - Linux skills - Interest in software development, test systems, or automation - A strong interest in RF and microwave engineering is highly desirable; prior exposure or experience is a plus but not required - Exposure to data analysis, automation, or lab-based projects is beneficial - Can-do attitude - Eager self-starter What Makes a Strong Candidate - Relentlessly curious and eager to learn - Strong interest in RF and microwave systems - Interested in test equipment automation and engineering workflows - Passion for organizing, processing, and extracting insights from complex datasets - Motivated to build clear, structured, and actionable reports - Comfortable working in both software and hands-on lab environments - Eager to grow within a dynamic, collaborative team - Demonstrated project work related to automation, data analysis, or lab systems (academic or personal) Why Join Us? - Work on cutting-edge RF and microwave test technologies - Gain hands-on experience with advanced lab equipment and automation systems - Be part of a motivated, supportive, and highly collaborative engineering team - Contribute to impactful, globally used systems - Build a strong foundation in both test engineering and software development Career Growth This role offers a strong pathway for growth within engineering, with opportunities to expand into advanced test development, software architecture, and RF systems expertise. MACOM provides a well-defined engineering career ladder to support long-term development. EEO: MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law. Reasonable Accommodation: MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability andare in need ofa reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodationin order toperform the essential functions of their jobs. ITAR Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position. RSU Eligible This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance. Salary Range TheSalary Rangefor this position is$70,000– $101,000.Actual salary offered tocandidatewill depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities. Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to: - Health, dental, and vision insurance. - Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. - Paidtime off. - Professional development opportunities.