RF Electronics Engineer - Essex

microTECH Global Limited; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior RF Electronics Engineer. This role involves designing, building, and testing innovative RF-based systems. The ideal candidate should have a good MEng in electronic engineering and over 6 years of experience in RF design. Responsibilities include collaborating with a team of experts and effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, making it a rewarding opportunity within a state-of-the-art lab.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of post-graduate experience in designing RF-based circuits.
• Experience developing products from concept to design verification.
• Good microwave, RF, and analogue design and simulation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test new RF-based systems and products.
• Explain complex technical matters to non-technical customers.
• Work with a supportive team of subject matter experts.

Skills

RF design

Communication skills

Technical explanation

Circuit design

Education

Good MEng in electronic engineering or similar discipline

Job description

We are looking for an experienced senior RF electronics engineer to join the team, possessing the experience necessary to play a key role in designing, building and testing new RF-based systems and products. In addition to the technical skills necessary, you will be comfortable explaining complex technical matters to non-technical customers.

The role provides the opportunity to use your technical skills to work with a team to follow exciting new ideas through from concept into reality. You will have the satisfaction of working with a supportive and experienced team of subject matter experts, in a state-of-the-art electronics lab containing the latest test and measurement equipment (spectrum/network analysis/anechoic chambers).

Key desired skills and experience

• Good MEng in electronic engineering (or similar discipline).
• 6+ years post-graduate experience in designing RF-based circuits (e.g. for radios and/or radars).
• Experience developing products and modules from concept through to successful design verification.
• Good microwave, RF and analogue design and simulation skills. RF amplifier, filter and frequency synthesiser design.
• Advantageous but not essential:
  • Radio and/or radar systems knowledge
  • Team leadership and/or line management experience
  • Digital circuit design skills
  • Experience of mm-wave frequency design.