Signal Integrity Test Engineer

ImageTek Mfg., Inc.; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ImageTek Mfg., Inc. in Putnam, CT is seeking a Signal Integrity Test Engineer to evaluate high-speed copper cable systems.

You will work with design, simulation, and manufacturing teams to validate signal performance and drive product quality through data-driven analysis. Responsibilities include SI measurements with VNA/TDR, debugging DUTs with manufacturing engineers, developing DOE plans, and correlating results with simulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years in signal integrity or high-speed hardware testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform SI measurements to evaluate copper cable performance using lab equipment.
• Debug and perform root cause analysis on DUT with manufacturing engineers.
• Develop and execute DOE plans to identify issues and drive resolution.
• Correlate measurement results with simulations with design/SI teams.
• Develop/test fixtures and de-embedding methods in collaboration with designers.
• Stay current with IEEE 802.3 and PCIe standards for test methods.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for equipment control and data processing.
• Support cable validation procedures, including flex/bending tests.

Skills

Signal integrity fundamentals

DOE

Python for data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / EM / RF or related field

Tools

Vector Network Analyzer

Time Domain Reflectometer

De-embedding techniques

IEEE 802.3 / PCIe knowledge

Job description

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Signal Integrity Test Engineer

Putnam, CT, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1030

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

We are seeking a highly motivated Signal Integrity (SI) Test Engineer to evaluate and ensure the performance of high-speed copper cable systems. In this role, you will work closely with design, simulation, and manufacturing teams to validate signal performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive product quality through data-driven analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Signal Integrity (SI) measurements to evaluate the performance of copper cables using advanced lab equipment
• Debug and conduct root cause analysis on failed devices under test (DUT), collaborating with manufacturing engineers
• Develop and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) plans to identify issues and drive them to resolution
• Correlate measurement results with simulation models in partnership with cable design and SI simulation teams
• Collaborate with design teams on test fixture development and de-embedding methodologies
• Stay current with industry standards such as IEEE 802.3 and PCIe, ensuring test methods remain up-to-date
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for controlling lab equipment and processing measurement data
• Support additional cable validation procedures, including mechanical reliability tests (e.g., flex/bending)

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience with SI test equipment:
• Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) (up to 110 GHz)
• Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR)
• Strong understanding of signal integrity fundamentals, including Insertion loss, Mode conversion, De-embedding techniques and Electromagnetic (EM) principles
• Solid engineering approach to debugging and DOE, including test planning and execution
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and test automation
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE 802.3; knowledge of OIF CEI specifications is a plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics (EM), Radio Frequency (RF), or Signal Integrity-related field
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in signal integrity or high-speed hardware testing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with design, simulation, and manufacturing teams
• Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and quality

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.

ImageTek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.