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Radio Frequency Engineer Job at BCforward in Redmond

BCforward · Redmond, WA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Title: RF Research Engineer - (Electrical Engineer V)

Location: (preferred) Redmond, WA - will also consider Burlingame, CA

Duration: 6 Months - with possibility of extension

Direct client


Responsibilities:

  • Develop RF schematics, layout, and work with vendors for DFM and manufacturing for research systems and devices.
  • Perform RF link budget analysis and RF issue debugging in the lab.
  • Perform simulation (RF circuit simulation and 3D EM Simulation), performance tuning/optimization and validation of RF conducted performance.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure RF performance are met at component, board and system level.
  • Work with antenna and test engineers to ensure the quality of the overall system.


Minimum Qualifications

  • 3+ years’ experience in RF hardware design for consumer electronics.
  • At least BSEE in related engineering disciplines.
  • Experience with RF front-end and SoC Schematic, Layout Capture and Board Bring Up.
  • Work experience with RF lab equipment for device characterization, debug and component/system performance validation.
  • Experience with RF circuit and EM simulation software.
  • Effective communicator and team player.


Preferred Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in RF/Electromagnetics.
  • 5+ years of industry experience.
  • Experience in Schematic Capture and PCB Layout using Cadence or Altium.
  • Experience in WiFi/BT or Cellular RF module design, optimization and validation.


Education: Bachelors (or higher), Electrical Engineering or related