Entry Level RF Design Engineer

Motorola Solutions•Schaumburg, IL

About The Position

The RF Design Engineer develops, designs, models, and tests radio frequency transmitter and receiver circuit subsystems as part of multidisciplinary teams responsible for integrated product designs. The role involves designing, developing, and testing power amplifiers, receivers, voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs), and phase-locked loops (PLLs). The initial assignment is to develop an RF circuit for next-generation infrastructure products operating in the VHF through 900 MHz bands. Other assignments may involve supporting field issues or end-of-life components related to RF circuits on legacy products. The engineer is expected to apply RF circuit knowledge, basic power amplifier knowledge, and an understanding of communication theory, and to enjoy hands-on circuit building and debugging. During product development, the role works closely with other engineers, suppliers, and the factory. Some travel may be required according to the job description, although the Travel Requirements section states “None.”

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
RF circuit knowledge.
Basic power amplifier knowledge.
Understanding of communication theory.
Strong background in RF circuit theory and simulation tools such as ADS.
Working knowledge of Cadence Allegro Design Entry HDL and PCB Layout Editor or similar tools.
Ability to work autonomously and effectively with other engineering disciplines.
Sound analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot circuits quickly.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent design projects.
Ability to summarize complex technical concepts clearly.
Good writing and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of LabVIEW.
Amateur Radio License.

Responsibilities

Develop, design, model, and test radio frequency transmitter and receiver circuit subsystems.
Work on multidisciplinary teams responsible for integrated product designs.
Design, develop, and test power amplifiers, receivers, VCOs, and PLLs.
Develop an RF circuit for next-generation infrastructure products operating in the VHF through 900 MHz bands.
Support field issues or end-of-life components related to RF circuits on legacy products, as assigned.
Work with other engineers, suppliers, and the factory during product development.
Build and debug circuits hands-on.