Gowthaman V
Bangalore
Summary
Accomplished Test Engineering and RF professional with over 12 years in ICT functional testing, RF testing, and failure analysis within high-volume electronics manufacturing. Specialises in LTE (4G) and 5G NR (FR1 & FR2/mmWave) NPI execution and test line setup. Led initiatives in PCBA test engineering, ICT/FCT testing, and debugging, while developing test automation solutions using Python and Excel VBA.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Engineer | NPI Reliability Failure Analysis Team Lead
Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India
Bangalore
01.2026 - Current
- Led failure analysis initiatives for RF OTA camera and Hwee display to enhance product reliability.
- Identified issues, analysed data, and developed effective solutions to complex problems.
- Directed collaboration with team members to achieve project milestones and improve team outcomes.
- Delivered technical support to optimise troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Oversaw testing of equipment, machinery, and instruments to validate functionality.
- Managed procurement of new equipment, ensuring timely fulfilment of purchase requests and effective vendor follow-ups.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, implementing control measures that fostered a healthier and safer workplace.
- Cultivated customer relationships to identify needs and deliver tailored solutions.
Professional Engineer | NPI RF Hardware Team Lead
Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India
Bangalore
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Supported LTE and 5G NR product development as part of RF hardware team for new product introduction.
- Identified and resolved prototype failures within RF cellular analysis team, improving product reliability.
- Conducted cellular impedance matching and design of experiments to assess RF prototype designs.
- Established and verified RF failure analysis stations, including calibration and loss characterisation.
- Contributed to RF failure analysis for PCBA test stations and aided in managing production escalations.
- Supported customer-facing failure analysis reports and implemented corrective actions, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Developed Python-based RF test automation tools for VNA control, streamlining testing processes.
Senior RF Test Engineer
Wistron Infocomm Manufacturing
Kolar
07.2019 - 02.2024
- Facilitated RF test line bring-up and validation for NPI and mass production, ensuring alignment with performance standards
- Test Line bringup and installation for LTE and 5G NR RF testing using CMW100 and CMW500,IQ3940 platforms.
- Oversaw calibration, audits, Gauge R&R, and secured customer approvals for multiple NPI projects, enhancing compliance and quality assurance
- Investigated RF parametric failures and drove yield improvement actions
- Created Excel VBA macro tool to streamline reporting and reduce engineering effort in Test station analysis
Junior Debug Engineer
Flextronics Technologies India Pvt. Ltd
Chennai
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Prepared debugging procedures and root cause analysis (RCA) reports for debugged PCBs, enhancing troubleshooting efficiency.
- Troubleshot failed PCBs during flashing and RF testing stages for Motorola mobile phones, improving overall product quality.
- Conducted RF troubleshooting using CMW500 and spectrum analyser with Qualcomm Radio Control Toolkit (QRCT).
- Collaborated with 30+ colleagues to ensure timely project completion in a fast-paced environment, fostering effective teamwork.
Testing Technician
Kaynes Technology India Pvt Ltd
Mysore
11.2013 - 07.2018
- Executed ICT and functional testing for Class-3 PCBAs in railway signalling, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Executed ICT using Teradyne Se8862 and functional testing for railway signalling systems PCBA
- Diagnosed ICT and functional test failures through detailed analysis of schematics and test logs, enhancing troubleshooting efficiency.
- Improved test yield through effective root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Maintained ICT testers and functional test fixtures, supporting preventive maintenance activities to ensure optimal testing performance.
- Supported NPI programs by validating new PCBA test coverage and procedures
Education
B.E - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Anna University
Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Engineering College,01-2013
Skills
- Failure Analysis & RCA
- Test engineering support
- Equipment calibration
- LTE & 5G testing
- Test automation
- ICT tester maintenance
- Yield optimisation
- Risk assessment
- Technical support
- Team collaboration
Languages
Tamil
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
Kannada
Intermediate
B1
Telugu
Intermediate
B1
Malayalam
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Professional Engineer | NPI Reliability Failure Analysis Team Lead
Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India
01.2026 - Current
Professional Engineer | NPI RF Hardware Team Lead
Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India
03.2024 - 12.2025
Senior RF Test Engineer
Wistron Infocomm Manufacturing
07.2019 - 02.2024
Junior Debug Engineer
Flextronics Technologies India Pvt. Ltd
05.2018 - 06.2019
Testing Technician
Kaynes Technology India Pvt Ltd
11.2013 - 07.2018
B.E - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Anna University