The RF R&D Team is seeking an entry-level engineer to work on high frequency RF products.  The primary responsibilities of this position are to work with engineering teams to define, document, design, deploy and sustain NI-branded products tailored to meet specific customer requirements for engineering solutions.  The ideal candidate has a background and knowledge regarding RF circuit and electromagnetic theory.

This entry level RF Design Engineer position is a multi-functional role dealing with diverse engineering needs, including the ability to gather requirements, generate specification documents, interface with manufacturing partners, and meet with internal personnel to design, deploy and sustain solutions worldwide. 
 

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Design and simulate RF/microwave circuits,  design complete system products, and validate designs using measurement instrumentation  Manage the lifecycle of products under development Own and implement individual technical project deliverables, guide technical decisions and driving technical issues to resolution Traveling as needed (possibly up to 10%) domestically and abroad in support of project objectives
  Who You Are: You are passionate about technology and are dedicated to delivering a high-quality product to enable customer success. You research initiatives and try new approaches. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You make connections and build relationships with your colleagues, focusing on creating and effective collaborative style. You take time to ask questions and define the problem and make learning a priority and a goal. You dig for root causes of a problem and look for patterns. You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. 
    For This Role, You Will Need: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering  Strong understanding of electrical engineering, electronics and RF principles Knowledge of microwave modeling tools (i.e. Microwave Office, AXiEM, CST, ADS, HFSS) Familiarity with RF Components (amplifiers, couplers, striplines) Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design tools (i.e. Mentor Graphics, Cadence, Altium) 
   Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering Hands-on use of microwave modeling tools Understanding of EM simulation, data analysis and presentation Understanding of different IC process technologies Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts and principles: Sources of measurement error Appropriate selection of instrumentation and equipment Integration of hardware and software Grounding and shielding principles Familiar with schematic capture tools  Intimately familiar with VNA, Vector Signal Generator and Spectrum Analyzer measurements experience RF System design and debug experience in a large-scale production or lab environment Strong problem-solving skills, work ethic, and drive to succeed Demonstrated ability to: Effectively interact and communicate with customers Work seamlessly in a diverse, multi-cultural group development environment Problem-solve efficiently - diagnose technical issues and propose reasonable solutions Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently Persistently drive tasks and lead projects to successful completion Quickly learn applicable technology, systems, and products
  Our Offer To You:
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. 

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our  Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson. 

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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