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Koch Industries

Test Engineer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$90K - $140K/yr

... telecom infrastructure, and next-generation computing. As part of Koch Industries, we foster a ... Create, plan, and execute test plans to qualify and validate optical fiber cable assemblies ...

Molex

Test Engineer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$90K - $140K/yr

We are seeking a hands-on Test Engineer focused on optical fiber and high-speed cable testing to ... for data centers, telecom infrastructure, and next‑generation computing. As part of Koch ...

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E*Pro, Inc.

Automation Test Lead

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

In addition, our industry expertise and knowledge within financial services, Insurance, Telecom ... test case design, defect logging/tracking Should be well versed with STLC / SDLC, testing ...

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What is the difference between Telecom Test vs Network Technician?

AspectTelecom TestNetwork Technician
CertificationsTelecom certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA)Network certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA)
Work EnvironmentField sites, telecom infrastructure, cell towersData centers, network closets, client sites
Industry UsageTelecom service providers, infrastructure companiesIT service providers, telecom companies

Both Telecom Test and Network Technicians require similar certifications and often work in overlapping environments. However, Telecom Test specialists focus more on testing telecom infrastructure and ensuring network quality, while Network Technicians handle broader network setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

How can I get into being a telecom test engineer?

To become a telecom test engineer, you typically need a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or a related field. Gaining experience with network testing tools, protocols, and standards such as LTE, 5G, or Wi-Fi, along with certifications like ISTQB or Cisco certifications, can improve job prospects. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with testing environments are also important for this role.

What is a telecom test engineer?

A telecom test engineer is responsible for evaluating and verifying telecommunication systems and networks to ensure they meet quality and performance standards. They design test plans, use testing tools and equipment, and troubleshoot issues to improve network reliability and functionality. Strong knowledge of networking protocols, signal analysis, and relevant certifications are often required in this role.

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Infographic showing various Telecom Test job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Administrator (Support & Operations)

Chicago, IL • On-site

HCL Technologies Limited
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Operate and support a telecom or cloud validation lab, ensuring infrastructure availability, secure access, environment readiness, asset control, and timely troubleshooting for engineering and test teams

Key Responsibilities
  • 1 Provision and maintain physical and virtual servers, network devices, storage, test tools, and shared lab services.
  • 2 Install, configure, patch, and monitor Linux systems, hypervisors, containers, and supporting middleware.
  • 3 Manage user access, credentials, network connectivity, IP plans, VLANs, DNS, NTP, certificates, and remote-access services.
  • 4 Coordinate environment reservations, build deployments, test-data setup, resets, backups, and recovery activities.
  • 5 Monitor lab health and capacity; troubleshoot hardware, operating system, network, and infrastructure issues.
  • 6 Maintain inventory, rack diagrams, topology documents, licenses, warranties, spares, and asset movement records.
  • 7 Apply security, safety, change-control, and access-governance procedures for shared environments.
  • 8 Automate repetitive administration, monitoring, health checks, and reporting using scripts or configuration tools.
Skill Requirements
  • 1 Hands-on Linux administration and troubleshooting.
  • 2 Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, NTP, firewalls, and remote access.
  • 3 Experience with virtualization platforms and basic container administration.
  • 4 Ability to diagnose server, storage, network, and connectivity issues using logs and system tools.
  • 5 Experience maintaining lab documentation, inventory, access records, and support tickets.
  • 6 Willingness to provide onsite support and coordinate with distributed engineering teams.
Other Requirements

Exposure to telecom test environments, 4G/5G network elements, traffic generators, or protocol analyzers.

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Scripting using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

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Experience with VMware, KVM, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Ansible, monitoring, or backup tools.

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026totaled $14.8billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

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