Senior Engineering Technician

Job Title

Senior Engineering Technician

Role Summary

Responsible for modifying PCBs, building and maintaining test systems, and performing power and performance measurements for CPU platform development within the CPU design/performance analysis team in Cambridge. Works with lab management to manage equipment, calibration and test schedules.

The role supports delivery of high-performance, energy-efficient CPU cores by enabling accurate power and performance characterisation across consumer and embedded platforms.

Experience Level

Senior; typically 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical/electronic engineering, electronics or RF testing in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

Typical day-to-day responsibilities:

• Modify PCBs (board rework, add current sense resistors) to enable detailed power measurements.
• Build, assemble and maintain electronic/electro-mechanical test systems and consumer platforms for measurement.
• Run workloads to exercise systems while monitoring power and performance; plan and schedule testing.
• Manage test equipment, calibration and inventory in coordination with Lab Management.
• Follow ESD and COSHH procedures and support lab safety and compliance.
• Support in-house board manufacturing team with modifications and testing as required.

Requirements

Essential skills and attributes:

• Proven excellence in soldering and PCB assembly rework skills, especially SMT.
• Practical experience working in a lab environment and using standard test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes).
• Bench-level mechanical assembly and ability to build/assemble test fixtures.
• Able to read and interpret circuit diagrams; strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and able to document and communicate test results in English.
• Physically able to transport and install equipment weighing at least 25 lbs frequently.

Desirable:

• Experience with ESD handling procedures and test automation.
• Advanced soldering techniques (chip reflow) and experience with DAQs.
• Basic Python programming skills.
• Familiarity with semiconductor industry and power/performance characterisation.

Education Requirements

Preferred HNC or equivalent, or NVQ Level 3. The posting also lists acceptable alternatives: Bachelor's degree; Associate's degree plus 1+ year relevant experience; or High School Diploma/equivalent plus 2+ years relevant experience. Fields include electrical/electronic engineering, electronics, RF testing or related technical disciplines; equivalent practical experience is acceptable.

About the Company

Company: Qualcomm

Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States

Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.