Senior Product Qualification Engineer

Black6; Antrim and Newtownabbey District; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IoT solutions company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Senior Product Qualification Engineer to manage regulatory and environmental testing for innovative fleet logistics products. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring compliance with global standards and enhancing product performance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience in technical environments. This position is based in Mallusk, Belfast, and legal work authorization in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in product qualification.
• Experience with certification processes for global carriers.
• Ability to analyze test results and drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage RF regulatory approval activities.
• Define and execute environmental qualification plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during product development.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Experience in RF technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Driving The Future of Smart Fleet Logistics

At Xirgo, we’re not just transforming logistics — we’re redefining what’s possible. Let’s move forward together.

Our Purpose

We believe smarter tools create smarter operations. As the switched‑on experts in IoT fleet solutions, we transform uncertainty into confidence, complexity into clarity, and data into decisions.

Our Vision

We empower partners with intelligent fleet logistics to create a more connected future. From bustling cities to open highways, from railroads to runways, our innovative technologies make peace of mind the new normal.

Our Mission

To be the world’s most trusted partner in smart fleet logistics, delivering comprehensive IoT solutions that transform data into useful information. We enhance fleet safety, efficiency, and performance—ensuring confidence at every step.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Senior Product Qualification Engineer that will be responsible for ensuring new and existing products meet all regulatory, carrier, environmental requirements for global market launch. This role ensures that products meet global compliance standards, perform reliably under real‑world conditions, and are optimized for best‑in‑class hardware performance.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in wireless technologies with experience navigating certification processes and coordinating cross‑functional engineering teams.

This position is based at the Belfast site in Mallusk.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

What you'll do

Regulatory & RF Compliance:

• Plan, execute, and manage RF regulatory approval activities (e.g., FCC, ISED, CE/RED, UKCA).
• Develop test plans and support pre‑scan testing for EMC, RF performance, SAR, and safety.
• Interface with external test labs and regulatory bodies to ensure timely certification.
• Own the end‑to‑end certification process for major global carriers (e.g., Verizon, AT&T, T‑Mobile).
• Coordinate device testing for PTCRB, GCF, CTIA, and operator‑specific requirements.
• Validate 4G/5G, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, GNSS, and cellular modem performance.

Environmental & Reliability Testing:

• Define and execute environmental qualification plans (e.g., thermal cycling, vibration, shock, drop, humidity, ingress protection, HALT/HASS).
• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to validate product robustness.
• Analyze test results, root‑cause failures, and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 16750, MIL‑STD‑810, IP ratings).

Cross‑Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with R&D, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, firmware, product management, and operations teams during product development.
• Support design reviews with regulatory and reliability insights.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills, especially in cross‑functional environments.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, collaborative setting.