Mobile Device Test Engineer Entry Level

Mobile Device Test Engineer – Entry Level

Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 1+ Year
Industry: Wireless / Mobile Technology / Consumer Electronics

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mobile Device Test Engineer to support the validation and quality testing of smartphones and wireless devices. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career engineer with hands-on experience testing Android/iOS devices, analyzing system logs, troubleshooting device issues, and working with wireless diagnostic tools.

The engineer will execute defined test activities, investigate defects, document results, and collaborate with engineering teams to improve overall device performance and user experience.

Key Responsibilities

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  Execute functional, performance, stability, and reliability tests on mobile and consumer electronic devices.

  
  


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  Follow established test plans and create or modify test cases based on product requirements.

  
  


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  Evaluate mobile devices from an end-user perspective and identify issues affecting usability or performance.

  
  


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  Perform wireless testing in both controlled environments and real-world/mobile locations.

  
  


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  Collect, review, and analyze device logs to identify potential software, hardware, modem, or connectivity issues.

  
  


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  Investigate failures, reproduce defects, and assist engineering teams with root-cause analysis.

  
  


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  Use mobile diagnostic and debugging tools to capture technical information and support issue resolution.

  
  


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  Prepare clear test reports documenting test results, failures, observations, and recommendations.

  
  


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  Work independently to troubleshoot testing challenges and develop practical solutions.

  
  


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  Collaborate with senior engineers and technical teams throughout the validation process.

  
  


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  Provide technical assistance and knowledge-sharing to junior or less-experienced team members as needed.

  
  


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  Maintain organized test documentation, logs, results, and device configurations.

  
  

Required Qualifications

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  1+ year of experience in mobile device testing, consumer electronics testing, wireless testing, or software/hardware validation.

  
  


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  Hands-on experience testing Android and/or iOS devices.

  
  


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  Experience with log collection, log analysis, debugging, and defect investigation.

  
  


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  Exposure to modem testing or wireless device validation.

  
  


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  Familiarity with one or more mobile diagnostic tools such as:

  
  
  
  
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    QXDM

    
    
  
  
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    QPST

    
    
  
  
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    QCAT

    
    
  
  
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    ELT

    
    
  
  
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    Similar Qualcomm or wireless diagnostic tools

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Comfortable working with Windows PCs, including:

  
  
  
  
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    Installing device drivers

    
    
  
  
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    Managing files and folders

    
    
  
  
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    Troubleshooting basic Windows issues

    
    
  
  
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    Microsoft Office applications

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Strong attention to detail and ability to follow test procedures accurately.

  
  


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  Good written and verbal communication skills.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering teams.