We are seeking an R&D Lab Specialist to join our team at Nokia Solutions and Networks in Nuremberg. The successful candidate will support our optical transmission systems R&D lab with a focus on electro-optical hardware. As an R&D Lab Technician, you will be a crucial member of our multidisciplinary R&D team. Your primary responsibility will be to assemble, modify, optimize and test prototypes of electro-optical transponders. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of innovative solutions for telecom and data center applications.
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Responsibilities
- Support HW lab activities, including hardware upgrades, system configuration, and tool maintenance.
- Assemble prototypes of electro-optical transponders (includes mechanical assembly, soldering of fine pitch components, fiber splicing and routing).
- Execute electrical and mechanical modifications on prototypes, ensuring they meet design specifications.
- Conduct specific electrical, optical, and functional tests under the guidance of hardware designers.
- Perform asset management and tracking of prototypes and equipment, maintaining accurate records.
- Collaborate with the HW development team and other disciplines/sites to ensure seamless prototype delivery and production process improvement.
- Maintain and calibrate test stations and instruments, ensuring their proper functioning.
- Document test results and provide detailed reports to the hardware designer.
- Assist in the development and improvement of test procedures and methodologies.
Qualifications
You Have:
- Completed qualification as a State-certified Technician (Bachelor Professional in Technology) in Electrical and Information Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a comparable technical discipline. Candidates with comparable technical qualifications are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent handicraft skills for working on complex electronic and optical boards, including manual or equipment-supported soldering of fine pitch components.
- Curiosity and hands-on interest in modern packaging and assembly technologies, semiconductor packaging, precision manufacturing, and the construction of advanced electro-optical modules.
- Ability to work independently, self-organize, and take ownership of tasks.
- Flexibility to adapt to a challenging and dynamic work environment.
- Interest in collaborating with international partners and stakeholders.
- Good command of spoken and written English, with effective communication skills.
- Hands-on experience in electronics development, testing, laboratory work, or telecommunications hardware is preferred.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- A proactive and results-oriented approach to work.
- Knowledge in digital and analog electrical design techniques
- German Proficiency
R&D Lab Specialist Arbeitgeber: Nokia Global
Als Arbeitgeber in Düsseldorf bietet unser Unternehmen eine dynamische und innovative Arbeitsumgebung, die sich auf Technologie und rechtliche Herausforderungen konzentriert. Wir fördern eine offene Unternehmenskultur, in der Teamarbeit und persönliche Entwicklung im Vordergrund stehen, und bieten unseren Mitarbeitern zahlreiche Möglichkeiten zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung sowie ein attraktives Vergütungspaket. Unsere Mitarbeiter profitieren von flexiblen Arbeitszeiten und einem internationalen Netzwerk, das den Austausch von Ideen und Best Practices fördert.
