RF Design Engineer II: Build, Test & Optimize Wireless

Motion Recruitment; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment in Schaumburg, IL is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to design, test, and validate RF circuits for wireless products. You will build prototypes, troubleshoot issues, and support redesigns from development through verification.

The role emphasizes hands-on RF design, PLLs, VCOs, receivers, and RF power amplifiers, with collaboration across engineering teams and clear communication of results on the bench.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in RF development or circuit design.
• Strong understanding of RF circuit design and wireless communication theory.
• Hands-on experience using network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and debug RF circuits for product development and redesign efforts.
• Analyze PLL, VCO, receiver, and RF power amplifier performance.
• Conduct circuit-level testing and performance verification.
• Use RF test equipment to measure, evaluate, and troubleshoot circuit behavior.
• Document findings and communicate results to cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate with other engineering teams to support product development goals.

Skills

RF circuit design

Wireless communication theory

Troubleshooting

Hands-on testing

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Motion Recruitment in Schaumburg, IL is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to design, test, and validate RF circuits for wireless products. You will build prototypes, troubleshoot issues, and support redesigns from development through verification.

The role emphasizes hands-on RF design, PLLs, VCOs, receivers, and RF power amplifiers, with collaboration across engineering teams and clear communication of results on the bench.