RF Engineer - Various Levels

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an RF Engineer for a role focused on the design and development of high-frequency communication systems in Saffron Walden. Candidates at various career stages are welcome, with responsibilities such as designing RF systems, testing hardware, and collaborating with teams. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in RF design. This position offers competitive salary and the chance to work on advanced technologies in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• RF design or test experience preferred.
• Hands-on use of RF lab equipment is essential.
• Strong understanding of phased-array systems is necessary.
• Experience with SDRs and GNU Radio tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise RF systems and components.
• Contribute to phased-array antenna development.
• Test and validate RF hardware performance.
• Perform RF simulations using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate to integrate RF solutions.
• Document test results for compliance.

Skills

RF design

Test experience

Use of RF lab equipment

Understanding phased-array systems

Experience with SDRs

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Spectrum analysers

Network analysers

Signal generators

Job description

Location: Saffron Walden
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday-Friday, #removed#
Salary: Competitive
Job Reference: 35945

Polytec are seeking RF Engineers to support the design and development of high-frequency communication and sensing systems for our Saffron Walden based client. The role is open to engineers at various career stages and offers the opportunity to work on advanced RF technologies within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise RF systems and components, including antennas, filters, and amplifiers
• Contribute to phased-array antenna and beamforming development
• Test and validate RF hardware for performance and compliance
• Perform RF simulations using industry-standard tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF solutions
• Document test results and support standards compliance

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• RF design or test experience (entry-level considered; senior typically 5+ years)
• Hands-on use of RF lab equipment (spectrum / network analysers, signal generators)
• Strong understanding of phased-array systems and beamforming
• Experience with SDRs and tools such as GNU Radio
• Solid knowledge of RF and microwave theory
• Experience with RF front-end components (LNAs, PAs, filters)

Desirable

• Linux and scripting / programming experience
• Exposure to manufacturing or quality environments
• Patent contributions and / or security clearance eligibility

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below