RF Test Engineer

Westell Technologies, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Westell Technologies, Inc. in Aurora, Illinois, is seeking an RF Test Engineer to join our product development team. You will contribute to testing, design, and technical support for IBW and other product lines, working closely with cross-functional teams.

The role offers hands-on testing with RF hardware, documentation, and interaction with sales and customers. Ideal candidate has a BSEE and 3+ years of wireless design/testing, familiarity with test equipment and Python scripts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Three or more years of experience in wireless product design and testing.
• Experience creating and maintaining Python scripts.
• Hands on expertise with oscilloscopes, spectrum/network/vector analyzers and signal sources.
• Knowledge of FCC and UL safety standards (e.g. UL62348, FCC Part 15, 20, 90, etc).
• Strong communication and leadership skills working in cross functional teams.
• Ability to identify shortcomings in a cross functional organization and contribute in any capacity where needed.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in new product definition, design, testing and technical support.
• Direct testing and evaluation of internally and externally developed RF designs/products.
• Generation of technical documentation including test specifications and results.
• Act as a product expert providing technical support for sales and marketing activities.
• Frequent customer interaction with regard to field issues and solutions.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Vector analyzers

MATLAB

Python scripting

Signal sources

iBwave

Job description

Westell, Inc. is the operating subsidiary of Westell Technologies, Inc., a Delaware-incorporated company headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, in the Naperville area. Since 1980, Westell has been a leading provider of high-performance network infrastructure solutions, focused on expanding reliable communication networks through collaborative innovation. Through three business segments, Westell designs, manufactures, and distributes products used primarily by communications service providers, tower operators, and enterprises deploying in-building wireless and public safety communications systems.

SUMMARY:

We're looking for an RF Test Engineer to join Westell’s product development team. This position will provide testing, design and technical support for a variety of Westell’s growing product lines – to include but not limited to our In Building Wireless (IBW) division.This position will work closely with all functional groups within the organization.The ideal candidate will have proven cross functional team experience working with local and remote teams.

Westell is sized such that it will provide you the opportunity to be involved with all aspects of product design and development. You will readily see the direct impact of your contributions. The position is located in our Aurora, Illinois headquarters.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• IBW Design Support/Test/Documentation
• Achieve New Product Design Goals and Milestones
• Execute testing support for IBW designs
• Existing product support

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical expertise in new product definition, design, testing and technical support
• Direct testing and evaluation of internally and externally developed RF designs/products
• Generation of technical documentation including test specifications and results
• Act as a product expert providing technical support for sales and marketing activities
• Frequent customer interaction with regard to field issues and solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Three or more years of experience in wireless product design and testing.
• Experience creating and maintaining Python scripts
• Hands on expertise with various test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum/network/vector analyzers and signal sources
• Knowledge of FCC and UL safety standards (e.g. UL62348, FCC Part 15, 20, 90, etc)
• Strong communication and leadership skills working in cross functional teams
• Ability to identify shortcomings in a cross functional organization and contribute in any capacity where needed
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Preferred

• Knowledge of cellular and/or public safety DAS network design and operation
• Familiarity with RF filter turning
• Experience with digital simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB)
• Experience with RF planning and system design tools (e.g., iBwave)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to sit, stand, bend and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.