LEAD RF ENGINEER

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:

• Review and rationalize new product scopes
• Conceptualize and design RF interconnect products using 3D CAD.
• Run Electro-Magnetic (EM) simulations and optimizations
• Advise in fabrication, testing and troubleshooting of component parts.
• Define characterization and test plans
• Actively participate and support peer design reviews and other team efforts.
• Review and approve detail drawings.
• Oversee all design enhancements to the manufacturing process on an as needed basis.
• Review test results and address deviations as required.
• Assist the RF Engineering Manager in the design of new products to ensure manufacturability.
• Mentor and develop other members of the team.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously as priorities can change very quickly.
• Work and communicate regularly with Marketing, Quality and Operations.
• Delegate projects and oversee their progress, engaging when required.
• Establish team metrics.

“The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities”

Required Experience:

• 7+ Years’ of Experience in RF Product Design; preferably in the RF Connector or RF Cable industry.

• Experience in leading design engineers or running a RF Department is desired.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and debugging mmWave (40+ GHz) interconnect products.
• Proficient in the interpretation of s-parameter and Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) measurements.
• Knowledge of electromagnetic simulation (HFSS, CST, etc.) techniques and/or network analyzer operation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in blueprint reading, GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
• Ability to use SolidWorks and MS Office Suite, MS Project, SharePoint Document Management and general computer literacy.
• Solid interpersonal communication skills, a professional demeanor, cooperative personality and a team attitude are all required. Works well with others and interacts effectively and efficiently with internal and external people and groups.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extensive cross functional team expertise including technical and non-technical work.
• Analytical and creative thinker, problem solver, result-orientated and focused.
• Motivated, high achiever, persistent and conscientious.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.