Senior Microwave Engineer

INFOTRON; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

INFOTRON is seeking a Senior Microwave Engineer for an innovative Environmental Services client based in San Francisco. This hands-on R&D role focuses on advanced RF and microwave technologies that support next-generation industrial systems.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in RF/microwave engineering. Responsibilities include designing industrial systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in RF/microwave engineering or advanced hardware R&D.
• Strong understanding of impedance matching and wave propagation.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory experimentation and system validation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF and microwave-based industrial systems.
• Perform electromagnetic simulation and laboratory testing.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and research teams.

Skills

RF fundamentals

Electromagnetic simulation

Troubleshooting skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

COMSOL

HFSS

CST

ADS

Job description

Job Title: Senior Microwave Engineer

Location: San Francisco (Onsite)

Type: W2/C2C

Infotron is seeking a Senior Microwave Engineer for an innovative Environmental Services client based in San Francisco. This is a hands‑on R&D role focused on advanced RF and microwave technologies supporting next‑generation industrial systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced RF and microwave‑based industrial systems operating across high‑power frequency ranges
• Perform electromagnetic simulation, system modeling, laboratory testing, and experimental validation activities
• Optimize RF structures, resonant assemblies, and energy delivery components using industry‑standard simulation platforms such as COMSOL or HFSS
• Support prototype development, execute validation procedures, analyze performance data, and implement iterative design improvements
• Ensure compliance with RF, microwave, and high‑voltage safety standards and operational best practices
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering and research teams in a fast‑paced R&D environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in RF/microwave engineering, applied electromagnetics, or advanced hardware R&D
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals including impedance matching, wave propagation, electromagnetic behavior, resonant structures, and material interactions
• Experience working with high‑power RF/microwave systems and electromagnetic simulation tools (COMSOL, HFSS, CST, ADS, or similar)
• Hands‑on experience with laboratory experimentation, prototype development, testing, and system validation
• Familiarity with RF shielding, leakage mitigation, electrical safety, and high‑voltage operational environments
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Preferred Backgrounds

Industrial microwave systems, RF power engineering, semiconductor equipment, plasma systems, aerospace/defense RF, or applied electromagnetics.

Industry

• Business Consulting and Services