Working Student - RF Measurement Engineer

Job Title

Working Student - RF Measurement Engineer

Role Summary

Part-time engineering role for a graduate student to support RF characterization, measurement automation, and data analysis for semiconductor and wireless products (including automotive radar and wireless communications).

The position is hands-on in the lab, working with RF measurement equipment and collaborating with design, packaging, and product teams to troubleshoot and validate RF performance.

Experience Level

Entry-level — position intended for Master's or Ph.D. students. No specific years of professional experience required.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include hands-on RF measurements, test automation, and data reporting.

• Perform RF and microwave measurements on devices, packages, and test structures.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory measurement equipment.
• Support development and maintenance of automated measurement flows using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
• Analyze measurement data, create technical reports, and document test procedures.
• Collaborate with design, packaging, and product engineering teams to diagnose RF performance issues.
• Help develop and document RF test methodologies and best practices.
• Work up to 20 hours per week with on-site laboratory presence required; schedule is flexible to accommodate coursework and research.

Requirements

Core technical skills and attributes required for successful performance in the role.

• Basic understanding of S-parameters, transmission lines, Smith charts, and network analysis.
• Familiarity with RF measurement automation using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal technical communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment and handle test equipment.

Nice-to-have:

• Prior hands-on experience with RF laboratory equipment and calibration.
• Familiarity with semiconductor devices, packaging, substrates, and advanced packaging technologies.
• Experience with mmWave measurements, antenna characterization, or high-speed interconnects.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools; previous internship or research projects in RF/wireless/semiconductor engineering.

Education Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or a related engineering discipline (graduate student enrollment required).

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.