What are the responsibilities and job description for the RF Design Engineer position at Wilson Electronics?
At Wilson Electronics our mission is to connect everyone, everywhere. As the industry leader in wireless connectivity solutions, we're bringing 5G cellular technology to businesses and consumers in their homes, workplaces, and beyond.
But we don't just develop innovative products - we're also dedicated to developing great people. That's why we've been recognized as a "Best Companies to Work For" six times by Utah Business Magazine. Our strong work culture drives high employee satisfaction, and we're looking for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact.
Why you should join our team as a RF Design Engineer:
The RF Design Engineer is responsible in the design of new cellular signal booster products from the initial concept phase through product introduction. This position requires a willingness to step into any task in support of the group and to be a strong team player and contributor. We are only considering experienced engineers for this role.
This position is based in our Richardson, Texas location and reports to the Product Design Manager.
This position has a competitive salary based on level of experience plus the opportunity to receive an additional semi-annual company bonus. Our employees enjoy a total rewards benefits and compensation package including a generous 3 weeks of Paid Time Off package starting on day one, 10 paid holidays, matching 401k, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, employer-paid disability and life insurance, and telemedicine.
A day on the job may include:
- Designing and developing of cellular repeaters for consumer and commercial products worldwide
- "Productize" designs for production, including generating bills of materials, part specifications, test specifications, and schematics
- Providing RF Analysis for RF systems within the mobile phone environment, RF simulations, cascade analysis and link budgets
- Performing extensive RF test on designs and components as well as performing Product Design verification and test programs and troubleshooting designs
- Build/tune/test antenna prototypes
- Supporting an aggressive schedule for new product releases
- Facilitating US and international regulatory qualification and compliance of new repeater products
- Providing technical support for sales and marketing activities
- Performing system level field testing within indoor and outdoor environments
This job may be for you if you have:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- 5 years of RF Product design experience at the component level
- Familiarity with Altium or other PCB Layout simulation tools
- Familiarity with ADS, Genesys or other RF simulation tools
- Familiarity with MATLAB and other DSP tools
- Strong computer skills including familiarity with Windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in RF handset design, with focus on RF power amplifier (RFPA) and low noise amplifier (LNA) theory, frequency conversion, baseband, and modulation / demodulation
- Experience with RF board-level and system design
- Experience with RF PCB layouts
- Experience with 4G/5G cellular technologies
- Knowledge of key components specifications and design techniques utilizing SAW, BAW, Resonators, Diplexers, Duplexers, PA's etc.
- Hands-on RF test bench experience, including SMT soldering skills
- Experience with creating test automation and system level field testing
- Experience with WiFi & Bluetooth implementation
- Experience with microwave and RF antenna theory and designs
- Knowledge of digital signal processing architectures, techniques, and methodologies within the Mobile cellular domain
- Experience using LABView, Agilent VSA, Visio and any other engineering software products
- Microcontroller programming experience in C, C
- Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) is a plus
Physical requirements:
- Ability to work onsite in Richardson, Texas
- Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. at any given time
- Occasional bending, crouching, kneeling, and/or sitting in tight spaces will be necessary
- Travel 5-10%
Ready to join our team?
If you feel this position is a fit, please fill out our quick 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
A background check and drug screen is required upon accepting an offer of employment.
