Senior RF Engineer

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems · QA & Testing

In short

Emerson is seeking a Senior RF Engineer for their R&D team in Santa Rosa, CA. This hybrid role involves hands-on RF/microwave hardware design, simulation, and validation, requiring a B.S. in EE/ECE with 5+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years. The position offers a competitive salary range of $180,872 - $200,700 annually plus bonuses.

Responsibilities

Design and execute RF/microwave hardware and subsystem work, including front ends, LO/PLL, filters, mixers, PAs/LNAs, switches, couplers, and related high-frequency circuitry.
Translate customer and product needs into clear specifications, acceptance criteria, and design constraints.
Use RF design, simulation, layout, modeling, and characterization tools.
Perform feasibility assessment of emerging technologies through research, prototyping, and experimentation.
Assess system-level performance including sensing paths, signal conditioning, and inter-device interfaces.
Develop test strategies and perform characterization using VNAs, spectrum/signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes, and automated test frameworks.
Drive assigned work through prototyping, development, V&V, compliance, NPI, and sustaining phases with minimal oversight.
Build strong cross-functional relationships with Digital, Mechanical, Calibration, Software, Systems, and Test engineering disciplines, as well as Quality and Operations.
Exercise strong communication, judgment, decision-making, and critical thinking in complex technical environments.
Perform occasional domestic or international travel (up to 10%) for supplier builds, customer evaluations, or factory activities.

Requirements

5+ years with a B.S. in EE/ECE, or 3+ years with an advanced degree.
Proven experience designing, simulating, verifying, and releasing RF circuits or subsystems using industry-standard tools.
Strong proficiency with RF instrumentation, including VNAs, spectrum or signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes, and related measurement equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot, simulate, and resolve RF, embedded, or mixed-signal issues at the board or system level.
Programming or scripting proficiency, with Python required.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and technical decision-making abilities.

Desired Qualifications

End-to-end ownership from concept to ramp, including DFM/DFT, NPI, supplier engagement, and sustaining support.
Expertise in SI/PI for mixed-signal RF boards, grounding and shielding best practices, and robust layout for isolation and stability.
Demonstrated research and prototyping to assess emerging technologies and de-risk architectures.
Working knowledge of requirements management, risk management, project planning, and verification traceability.
Familiarity with regulatory and material compliance constraints, including EMC/safety, IEEE, MIL, RoHS/REACH, or similar requirements.

Benefits

Market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan.
Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
Family formation benefits.
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal).
Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee resource groups.
Flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
Competitive base salary ($180,872 - $200,700 annually).
Bonuses based on performance.
Annual merit review process.

Skills

PythonMATLABLabVIEW

#RF#Microwave#Hardware Design#Validation#Test and Measurement#R&D

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