Hardware Lab Engineer

Overview Tele World Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Hardware Lab Engineer with strong hands-on experience in RF lab environments and Python-based automation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and automating RF lab test scenarios, with a focus on 5G signal generation, signal analysis, and programmable lab instrumentation. This role requires close collaboration with engineering teams to ensure repeatable, efficient, and accurate lab validation.

Tele World Solutions is a strategic wireless engineering and consulting firm offering network operators, OEMs, and tower companies’ turnkey design, optimization, network dimensioning, and deployment services. With the experience of hundreds of thousands of successful implementations, including macro, DAS, Small Cells, and Wi-Fi, the world’s leading network operators and OEMs trust our knowledge and experience to plan, perform, troubleshoot, and implement an array of technologies and solutions.

Tele World helps customers plan, design, manage, measure, and monetize opportunities throughout the network lifecycle and across every element of their network. Come join our Veteran-Friendly Team. The Company with Great Benefits and certified as "A Great Place to Work". Responsibilities Operate and configure Rohde & Schwarz SMBV
100B 5G signal generators for RF and 5G test scenarios. Design, build, and maintain RF lab setups, including:
Programmable attenuators Couplers, circulators, splitters, and other RF/EE components Perform signal level and spectrum analysis using spectrum analyzers and related RF test equipment. Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate:
Test execution Instrument control Data collection and result logging Execute repeatable lab tests for RF performance, signal integrity, and regression validation. Troubleshoot RF and lab setup issues and provide root-cause analysis. Document test procedures, automation scripts, and test results clearly and accurately. Collaborate with RF, system, and software engineers to support development and validation activities. Qualifications

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 5 years + experience working in an RF or wireless lab environment.

Experience with 5G or RF signal generators, specifically R&S SMBV
100B or similar. Strong understanding of RF fundamentals (attenuation, coupling, isolation, signal levels). Proficiency in Python programming for test automation and instrument control. Experience using spectrum analyzers for RF signal analysis. Familiarity with programmable lab instruments and automated test setups.

Preferred Qualifications Experience automating RF test equipment using SCPI commands. Knowledge of 5G , LTE, or wireless communication concepts.

Experience with test frameworks, data visualization, or result reporting tools. Prior experience supporting R&D, validation, or system test labs. Key Skills RF Lab Testing 5G Signal Generation Python Automation Spectrum Analysis Programmable Attenuators & RF Components Test Setup & Debugging Technical Documentation Join Our Veteran-Friendly Team:
Are you a veteran or a veteran spouse with expertise in telecommunications? Join our team at Tele World Solutions, where we value your military experience and provide great benefits. We invite all veterans and veteran spouses to bring their skills and dedication to our team. Tele World Solutions is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.