RF/mmW Design Engineer 
Multiple Locations in the North of England
 
Opportunity:
My client is seeking multiple RF Engineers to join their team and contribute to the design and development of innovative products from concept through to volume production. With access to a range of design tools, experienced engineers, and in-house RF/mmW manufacturing capabilities, this role offers significant opportunities for personal and professional growth. The company’s products span from niche, low-volume devices to high-volume telecommunications and defence equipment.

Responsibilities:
* Full ownership of RF/mmW sub-circuits, sub-modules, and systems design within telecommunications and defence products.
* Design, specification, simulation, and realisation of RF/mmW elements, including: * Transmission lines
* Filter design (various topologies)
* Coupler design
* Synthesiser/multiplier design
* Component selection (ICs/MMICs) in coordination with vendors

* Collaborate with the mechanical design team on electromechanical product concepts.
* Work with the electronics/PCB design team on support electronics design and high-frequency PCB layouts.
* Conduct system line-up analysis.
* Perform thermal, MTBF, and component derating analysis, ensuring compliance with company and customer standards.
* Prepare and review design documentation, including design logbooks, data packs, and peer reviews for design release and production readiness.
* Deliver fully verified and documented designs that meet technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
* Prepare tollgate documentation in alignment with the New Product Introduction (NPI) procedure, ensuring project reports are updated and progress is tracked.
* Participate proactively in design reviews and initiate reviews to mitigate risks when necessary.
* Conduct design verification and validation, including preparing test specifications, test reports, and reliability testing.
* Maintain an up-to-date design compliance matrix, ensuring that all designs are backed by robust compliance data.
* Assist with problem-solving and fault diagnosis during product introduction, including defining and training diagnostic procedures.
Requirements:
* Relevant degree (or equivalent), preferably in RF or Communications Engineering.
* Experience with RF design tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro, and ADS.
* Demonstrable experience in microwave circuit/system design, including line-up analyses, tolerance/yield analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
* Experience in transceiver product design.
* Strong knowledge of die attach, wire bonding, and SMT build processes, with familiarity with industry standards MIL-STD-883 and IPC 600, 610, and 7711.
* Proven experience in process improvement and applying Lean manufacturing principles.