Senior RF Electrical Engineer

Our client is seeking an RF Electrical Engineer to join our team at an innovative environmental sustainability start-up. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize radio frequency (RF) systems and circuits that contribute to cutting-edge solutions in sustainability, such as wireless sensing, energy harvesting, remote monitoring, and environmental data collection. This is a unique opportunity to apply your RF expertise to impactful technology that supports a greener future.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test RF circuits, antennas, and communication systems for environmental monitoring and sustainability applications.
• Conduct RF system simulations, electromagnetic (EM) modeling, and signal integrity analysis to optimize performance.
• Develop and integrate low-power RF solutions for IoT-based environmental sensors and wireless energy transfer systems.
• Work with PCB layout and RF component selection, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Optimize RF performance, power efficiency, and reliability in rugged environmental conditions.
• Perform RF testing, troubleshooting, and debugging using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and other lab equipment.
• Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, and sustainability engineering teams to develop scalable, energy-efficient solutions.
• Support regulatory testing and compliance for RF emissions and environmental standards (FCC, CE, etc.).
• Research and implement next-generation RF and wireless technologies to improve environmental sensing and energy-efficient communications.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in RF circuit design, wireless communications, or related fields.
• Expertise in RF design, impedance matching, antenna design, and RF simulation tools (HFSS, CST, ADS, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators).
• Knowledge of wireless protocols (LoRa, Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE, etc.) and low-power RF communication.
• Experience with PCB layout for RF circuits, including high-frequency signal routing and EMI mitigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in RF system design and troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with IoT, energy harvesting, or environmental sensor networks.
• Familiarity with sustainable electronics, low-power RF applications, and solar-powered communication systems.
• Understanding of RF compliance testing and certification processes.
• Knowledge of AI-driven RF optimization and machine learning applications in RF systems.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven start-up developing RF solutions for sustainability and environmental impact.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies in RF communications, wireless energy transfer, and IoT-based monitoring systems.
• Competitive salary, equity options, and a collaborative, innovation-driven culture.

If you are passionate about RF engineering and environmental sustainability, we'd love to hear from you!