RF Test Technician 2nd shift/3rd shift/Weekends

TUV SUD America; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The TUV SUD Group in New Brighton, MN is seeking a Technician to join the RF Service Line and contribute to wireless testing across IoT technologies. You will work as part of a team performing RF tests and documenting results, under supervision and with training where needed.

This role offers entry to mid-level opportunities, with training provided to build expertise in FCC/ETSI standards, test equipment use, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn new skills and willingness to understand new disciplines.
• Basic understanding of IT and/or electronics.
• Ability to work independently and be proactive.

Responsibilities

• Testing wireless products to test standards (ETSI/FCC) in labs and customer sites.
• Accurate recording of test results and reporting following procedures.
• Work with customers during attended testing and liaise with Project Manager to meet timescales.
• Develop test methods and departmental documentation.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Basic IT

Electronics basics

Independent worker

Education

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Level 3

Tools

RF spectrum analyser

Oscilloscope

Signal generator

RF power meter

Job description

Job Title: Technician

Department: RF Service Line

Reporting to: EMC Engineering Manager

Location: 141 14th St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, hours TBD, 2nd/3rd/weekends once trained

Role Overview

The TUV SUD Group is a world leader in testing and product certification. With over 70 years' experience in the UK, TUV SUD provides peace of mind that products are safe, reliable and compliant by providing testing, product certification, knowledge services and training to a range of industries covering the Aerospace, Defence, Electronics & Consumer, Machinery, Marine, Medical, Rail and Telecommunications sectors.

Working as part of a team of Wireless Test Technicians and Engineers, you will contribute to the provision of a Wireless testing service, specifically performing RF (Radio Frequency) testing on a large variety of IoT Wireless technologies, such as WLAN 802.11, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Cellular (GSM / W-CDMA / LTE / 5G NR), SRD 433/868MHz, VHF, etc.

We have a flexible approach to our recruitment and are able to consider candidates at a Technician level (offering training to an entry level candidate) or engage a more experienced candidate at an Engineer level role. Details of the essential requirements for each level of position can be found below for your reference.

TUV SUD will offer the successful candidate all the necessary training to undertake the duties of this role. This is a great opportunity to join a global, well respected organisation and develop your technical skills and experience, building a great career in engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities - What will you be doing?

• Testing of wireless products to various test standards (the most common being ETSI and FCC) both within the wireless test labs at Octagon House and in-situ at the customer's premises.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements or defined test plan supplied by the customer.
• Accurate recording test results using electronic logbook systems / production of test reports, following company quality procedures.
• Working with customers during attended testing.
• Close liaison with the Project Manager to ensure work is carried out accurately and within the timescales allowed.
• Development of test methods and other departmental documentation.

What are we looking for?

Essential Criteria for Technician level role:

• A desire to learn new skills and willing to understand new disciplines
• Basic understanding of IT and/or Electronics
• Ability to work independently and be proactive

In addition to the above criteria, for an Engineer level role we would also require one or more of the following:

• Experience of using RF test equipment such as spectrum/network analyser, oscilloscope, signal generator, RF power meter etc.
• Knowledge of Radiated and/or Conducted testing, predominantly working to FCC and/or ETSI standards

Highly Desirable Criteria for either Technician or Engineer role:

• Educated to Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or be able to demonstrate equivalent and relevant experience.
• Good understanding of IT equipment from previous job roles.

Desirable Criteria for either Technician or Engineer role:

• A good understanding of analogue and digital communications technologies.
• Experience gained in performing RF accredited testing on Wireless technologies.
• Ability to work on various shift patterns.