Electrical Engineer

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…