RF Design Engineer

Motorola Solutions; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

Job summary

Motorola Solutions in Schaumburg, IL seeks an RF design engineer to design, develop, and test amplifiers, receivers, VCOs, and PLLs for next‑gen infrastructure products operating in the VHF through 900 MHz bands. The role emphasizes hands-on circuit building and close collaboration with engineers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams in Mexico or Elgin, IL.

Candidates should have a strong RF design background and be capable of working across multiple concurrent projects while producing clear

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Strong background in RF circuit design and wireless theory.
• Experience with RF amplifier, VCO, PLL or receiver design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test RF circuits including amplifiers, receivers, VCOs and PLLs.
• Collaborate with engineers, suppliers and manufacturing teams in Mexico or Elgin, IL.

Skills

RF circuit design

Wireless theory

Autonomy

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ADS

Momentum

Cadence Allegro

PCB Layout Editor

Labview

Python

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions is building talent pipelines to meet future hiring demands. This is a pipeline role, while there is not an immediate opening, we want to build relationships with prospective candidates like you. If your background is a match to our requirements, we'll follow up with an exploratory conversation.

Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing amplifiers, receivers, VCO's and PLL's. The initial assignment will consist of developing an RF circuit for the next generation of infrastructure products operating in the VHF through 900MHz bands. Other assignments could consist of supporting field issues or end-of-life components related to RF circuits on legacy products. The candidate is expected to have a working knowledge in RF circuit design. He/she should have experience in RF amplifier design, Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) design, Phase Locked Loop (PLL) design, or Receiver design. He/she should enjoy hands-on building and debugging of circuits. During the development phase of a project, the candidate would work closely with other engineers, suppliers, and the factories in Mexico or Elgin, Illinois.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong background in RF circuit design and wireless communication theory.
• Working knowledge in simulation tools such as ADS and Momentum.
• Working knowledge of Cadence Allegro Design Entry HDL and PCB Layout Editor or similar tools.
• Working knowledge of Labview or Python is a plus.
• Works autonomously but able to work effectively with other engineering disciplines.
• Sound analytic skills and able to troubleshoot circuits quickly.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent design projects.
• Summarizes complex technical concepts clearly.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Having an Amateur Radio License is a plus.

Target Base Salary Range

$63,800 - $127,600 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong background in RF circuit design and wireless communication theory.

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provision

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

No

Our U.S. Benefits include

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team. We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Motorola Solutions Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.