Sr. RF/Wireless Engineer

Anysilicon; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TÜV SÜD seeks a Senior RF/Wireless Engineer to support wireless certification, regulatory compliance, and testing for connected products in the San Diego area. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful certification outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing RF conformance tests, RSE measurements, and developing test procedures. Strong experience with PTCRB, FCC, ISED, and 5G NR is required; proficiency with Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, and Anritsu test platforms is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or closely related field with 5+ years of hands-on experience.
• Experience with PTCRB certification, cellular RF testing, FCC and ISED requirements, and RSE.
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, wireless technologies, transmitter/receiver performance, and measurement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform wireless certification, regulatory compliance, and carrier acceptance testing according to PTCRB, GCF, FCC, ISED, 3GPP, ETSI, and carrier requirements.
• Conduct cellular RF conformance and performance testing across GSM, WCDMA, LTE, LTE-Advanced, 5G NR, and emerging wireless technologies.
• Perform Radiated Spurious Emissions (RSE), transmitter, receiver, and other RF performance measurements.
• Develop and review test plans, procedures, configurations, technical reports, and certification documentation.
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot RF and certification failures, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Configure and operate cellular communication testers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, RF power meters, and related laboratory equipment.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians and support laboratory quality, process improvement, and new test capability development.

Skills

RF Engineering

Regulatory Compliance

Wireless Testing

Lab Measurements

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Keysight UXM/E7515

Rohde & Schwarz CMW500/CMX500

Anritsu MT8000A/ME7873

Job description

TÜV SÜD is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, dedicated to advancing technology for societal safety. We are seeking a Senior RF/Wireless Engineer to support wireless certification, regulatory compliance, and testing for connected products, ensuring successful certification outcomes through collaboration with various teams.

Responsibilities:

• Perform wireless certification, regulatory compliance, and carrier acceptance testing according to PTCRB, GCF, FCC, ISED, 3GPP, ETSI, and carrier requirements.
• Conduct cellular RF conformance and performance testing across GSM, WCDMA, LTE, LTE-Advanced, 5G NR, and emerging wireless technologies.
• Perform Radiated Spurious Emissions (RSE), transmitter, receiver, and other RF performance measurements.
• Develop and review test plans, procedures, configurations, technical reports, and certification documentation.
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot RF and certification failures, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Configure and operate cellular communication testers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, RF power meters, and related laboratory equipment.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians and support laboratory quality, process improvement, and new test capability development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a closely related field with at least 5 years of relevant hands-on experience, or a master's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with PTCRB certification, cellular RF testing, FCC and ISED requirements, and Radiated Spurious Emissions (RSE).
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, wireless technologies, transmitter and receiver performance, and measurement techniques.
• Experience with test platforms such as Keysight UXM/E7515, Rohde & Schwarz CMW500/CMX500, Anritsu MT8000A/ME7873, or equivalent systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, technical writing, and customer communication skills.
• Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory and with automation tools such as Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW is preferred.

Skills:

• Technical expertise in wireless certification and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in RF performance testing and analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing platforms.