As a Junior Mechanical Engineer, you will join Microwave team part of Portfolio Business, providing Microwave transport solution within Nokia, reference product family is Wavence. Nokia is looking for a Junior Mechanical Engineer specialized in mechanical/thermal domain. In Microwave R&D, you will contribute to product feature evolution and develop new hardware items to renew the product platform. You will develop extensive knowledge of new telecommunications state of the art standards, microwave specificities, Nokia’s hardware platforms and the way customers are deploying them. You will contribute to developing innovative solutions exploiting advanced technologies to address the Nokia strategy in 5G/6G domain and beyond.
ResponsibilitiesMain responsibilities and/or activities:
Requirement analysis and feasibility studies
HW architecture definition and selection of relevant technologies/components
HW development and technical detailed design mainly focused on mechanical domain
HW unit test/qualification and reporting
HW project status reporting and tracking
HW Configuration management
Contribute to process improvement and innovation
Work effectively as part of a worldwide team, in a multicultural and dynamic context
Propose innovative ideas that can be transformed into solutions adding value to Nokia's business.
Stay at the state of the art both in terms of technical knowledge and development methodologies
Derive from high level product/system requirements detailed HW solutions
Take fast ownership of complex existing designs, developing new features, proposing optimizations
You Have:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or any related field
Profound theoretical knowledge of techniques and technologies related to electronic, mechanical, and thermal domains.
Solid background in maths and physics as provided by engineering university courses
Knowledge of the structure of the metallic and plastic materials and superficial treatments
Knowledge of thermal modelling, simulations, analysis and testing of electronic equipment
Knowledge of technics and tools of the technical and mechanic sketches.
Knowledge of the use of 3D computerized computer systems
Basic knowledge of the technology of the production processes.
Fluent spoken and written English
Good teamwork skills
Adaptability and accountability
Effectively cooperating with people with different technical background and culture, dealing with diverse situations and viewpoints
Eager to learn and expand own knowledge
About Us
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
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- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
Skills Required
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- Theoretical knowledge of electronic, mechanical, and thermal engineering techniques and technologies
- Strong mathematics and physics foundation from engineering university coursework
- Knowledge of metallic and plastic material structures and surface treatments
- Knowledge of thermal modeling, simulation, analysis, and testing of electronic equipment
- Knowledge of technical and mechanical sketching techniques and tools
- Knowledge of 3D computer-aided design systems
- Basic knowledge of production process technologies
- Fluent spoken and written English
- Good teamwork skills
- Adaptability and accountability
- Ability to collaborate with people from different technical backgrounds and cultures
- Willingness to learn and expand technical knowledge
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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