Diegem
Hardware Validation Engineer | Telecom
At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world's most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.
Your Role
We are seeking talented Hardware Engineers to join our team in Brussels, working on residential and industrial GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) products. You will perform PBA hardware development and verification activities, focusing on Fixed Networks Fiber catalog products and providing support for qualification activities.
In this role you will play a key role in:
* Validating the correct implementation of designs and components through measurements and documentation review
* Testing and analyzing chip interfaces, clock topologies, and power rails
* Evaluating functional performance and programmed device behavior
* Characterizing SerDes (Serializer/Deserializer) components
* Supporting qualification teams with setup preparations, build-up, and tear down
* Assisting in debugging activities and implementing alternative component design changes
* Executing qualification-related tests under supervision of the HW qualification team
Your Profile
* Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical field
* 0-5 years of experience in hardware validation, testing, or related field
* Hands-on experience with laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and multimeters
* Understanding of digital and analog circuit principles
* Familiarity with telecommunications equipment and optical network technologies is a plus
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work methodically and document findings clearly
* Good communication skills and fluency in English
* Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
What you'll love about working here
* Hybrid working: We encourage flexibility when it comes to when and where works gets done. Employees work with their managers to determine an arrangement that works best for their role and personal circumstances.
* FlexAbroad: Employees in 20+ countries can work abroad for up to 45 days in a 12-month period.
* Mentoring programs: Capgemini empowers women at all career stages with programs spanning STEM education to career reentry. We value mentorship for fostering professional growth and empowerment within our engineering community.
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
Ref. code
402621-en_GB
Posted on
29 Jan 2026
Experience level
Experienced Professionals
Contract type
Permanent
Location
Diegem
Business unit
Engineering and RandD Services
Brand
Capgemini Engineering
Professional communities
Software Engineering