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Electrical Hardware & Test Automation Engineering Intern (Python & PCB Design)

Keysight Technologies, Inc.

Delft
Intern
0-2 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Python
PCB Design
Hardware Development
Test Automation
Altium Designer
Mentor Graphics
Analog PXI Cards
Laboratory Testing
Electronic Hardware
Test Setup Integration
Power Supplies
Arbitrary Waveform Generators
Oscilloscopes
Hardware Validation
Problem-solving

Job Description

Overview


Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

 

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

 

We are looking for a motivated Electrical Engineering student to join our team in Delft, Netherlands, as a Hardware & Test Development Intern. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in hardware design, test system development, and test automation while working with industry-leading measurement technologies.


As part of the team, you will contribute to the development of a testing solution for analog PXI cards, combining hardware development, laboratory testing, and Python-based automation.


Responsibilities


During this internship, you will work on the development of a complete testing environment for analog PXI cards. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing and developing a hardware breakout board capable of interfacing with PXI cards and providing the necessary power connections.
  • Supporting the development of a test setup that integrates the PXI card and breakout board with laboratory equipment, including power supplies, arbitrary waveform generators (AWGs), and oscilloscopes.
  • Developing Python scripts to automate functional testing of PXI cards.
  • Controlling external test equipment through software to execute and monitor test procedures.
  • Collecting, processing, and documenting test results through automatically generated test reports.
  • Performing testing and validation activities to verify hardware functionality and performance.
  • Collaborating with experienced engineers while gaining practical experience in both hardware development and test automation.

Qualifications


Required

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Experience programming in Python.
  • Experience designing printed circuit assemblies (PCAs) using Altium Designer or Mentor Graphics.
  • Eligibility to work in the Netherlands.
  • Your university or educational institution must provide academic credit for the internship.
  • Availability to work on-site in Delft, Netherlands.
  • Availability for a minimum internship duration of three months.

Preferred

  • Experience with hardware testing and validation activities.
  • Interest in electronic hardware development and automated test systems.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on engineering mindset.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

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Core Responsibilities

The intern will design a hardware breakout board for analog PXI cards and integrate it with laboratory equipment for testing. They will also develop Python scripts to automate functional testing, control test equipment, and generate test reports.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Required skills include Python programming and experience with PCB design software like Altium Designer or Mentor Graphics.

About Keysight Technologies, Inc.

Industry: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Keysight empowers innovators to explore, design, and bring world-changing technologies to life. As the industry’s premier global innovation partner, Keysight’s software-centric solutions serve engineers across the design and development environment, enabling them to deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs at speed and with reduced risk. Keysight leverages its strength as the world’s leading test and measurement provider and today enables innovators to push the boundaries of engineering by quickly solving design, emulation, and test challenges to help create the best product experiences. Whether you're looking to improve your design and development process, optimize and secure your network, or harness AI and digital twins to get a head start on technologies like 6G, AV and EV, IoT, or quantum computing — Keysight accelerates innovation across the workflow with intelligent insights built on the most accurate measurements. Our fusion of technology knowledge, measurement science expertise, and tailored solutions helps you forge ahead with confidence in our connected and dynamic world. Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) is an S&P 500 technology company, headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, with offices and manufacturing worldwide. Keysight owns 2,000+ patents and our ~15,000 employees work with nearly 32,000 customers worldwide to start technology revolutions. Keysight customers span the communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, semiconductor, and general electronics markets. Join us! To accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world, innovators start here, with Keysight.

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