Senior RF Electrical Engineer
Axcelis Technologies•Beverly, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
Axcelis Technologies is a leader in semiconductor manufacturing technology, providing innovative tools and process expertise to chipmakers worldwide. With over four decades of experience, Axcelis enables advancements in technology, quality of life, and environmental sustainability. The company is currently hiring a Senior RF Electrical Engineer for its corporate office in Beverly, MA. This role involves leading the design, development, and validation of RF systems and subsystems for semiconductor capital equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in RF and high-frequency hardware design
- Strong experience with RF system design and analysis
- Strong experience with matching network design and tuning
- Strong experience with RF PCB layout and stack-up definition
- Strong experience with RF measurement techniques and lab instrumentation
- Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (e.g., VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generators)
- Solid understanding of signal integrity, electromagnetic behavior, and noise mitigation
- Experience participating in technical design reviews and structured development processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree
- Experience in semiconductor capital equipment
- Experience in RF power delivery systems or plasma systems
- Experience in oscillator and frequency synthesis design
- Experience in resonator or filter design
- Experience with RF simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, CST, ADS, or similar 3D EM tools)
- PCB design experience using tools such as Altium or PADS
- Familiarity with Creo Schematic, AutoCAD, or similar tools
- Experience with Windchill or other PLM systems
- Experience working with global or offshore engineering teams
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and validation of RF systems and subsystems used in semiconductor capital equipment
- Perform RF chain analysis including gain, noise figure, linearity, and stability across system architecture
- Design and optimize matching networks for power transfer, efficiency, and signal integrity
- Develop RF PCB layouts, including controlled impedance routing, grounding strategies, and signal isolation
- Conduct network measurements and analysis using lab equipment such as vector network analyzers and spectrum analyzers
- Design and characterize RF resonators, filters, and passive components
- Develop low-noise oscillators and RF signal generation circuits
- Perform system-level integration of RF subsystems with power, control systems, and electromechanical assemblies
- Run simulations using 3D electromagnetic and RF simulation tools to validate designs and reduce risk
- Conduct experimental testing, analyze performance data, and drive iterative design improvements
- Ensure adherence to product development processes including: Requirements definition, System architecture, Design reviews, Verification and validation testing
- Ensure designs meet applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards
- Select RF components and materials based on frequency performance, thermal behavior, and reliability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver manufacturable, high-performance designs
- Support supplier selection and evaluate vendor capabilities for RF components and assemblies
- Provide technical leadership in RF design best practices, signal integrity, and system optimization
Benefits
- Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan
- Comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
