Integration Engineer

Insight Global; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an HW/RF Engineer in San Jose, CA to assist bring-up, simulation, and validation of RF/antenna designs. You will automate test equipment to improve cycle efficiency and contribute to test reports.

Collaborating with HW/SW Engineering, Product Management, and Supply Chain, you will apply Python, C++, MATLAB, and LabVIEW skills while working with microwave measurement gear across 450–7125 MHz. 3+ years in HW product development is preferred.

Qualifications

• BSEE with 3+ years HW product development and testing.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW.
• Hands-on microwave/measurement equipment experience (Network/Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, VSAs/Generators, traffic generators, wireless sniffers).
• Familiarity with wireless architectures and wireless networking concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bring-up, simulation, and validation of RF/antenna designs.
• Test wireless/RF subsystems against predefined metrics.
• Automate test equipment to improve test cycle efficiency.
• Produce test reports and present findings.
• Collaborate with HW/SW Engineering, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

Python

C++

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Education

BSEE

MSEE preferred

Tools

ADS

CST

HFSS

Cadence

Job description

Day-to-Day

• Assisting with the bring-up, simulation, and validation of RF/antenna designs.
• Testing wireless/RF subsystem performance against predefined quality metrics.
• Automating test equipment to enhance test cycle efficiency.
• Producing test reports and presenting findings.
• Collaborating with HW/SW Engineering, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: BSEE (MSEE preferred) with 3+ years of experience in HW product development and testing.
• Automation/Software: Proficiency in Python, C++, MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW.
• Lab Experience: Hands-on experience with microwave/measurement equipment (Network/Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Vector Signal Analyzers/Generators, traffic generators, and wireless sniffers).
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with wireless architectures (radio front ends, antennas, amplifiers, RF switches, filters, couplers from 450 – 7125 MHz) and wireless networking (path loss/channel models, traffic generation).
• Design Tools: Willingness to learn or prior experience with simulation tools (ADS, CST, HFSS) and schematic/layout tools (e.g., Cadence).
• Hardware: Knowledge of digital/analog electronics and product development lifecycles.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of wireless technologies (WLAN, BT/BLE, LTE, 5G FR1, WPAN).
• Experience writing test plans and assisting with global certification processes.
• Experience working with cross-functional groups (Radio Compliance, HW design).
• Ability to perform component rework (e.g., 0402 SMT) and use soldering stations.
• Ability to navigate and manipulate ECAD (PCB/Layout) and MCAD (.stp) files.