Lead RF Engineer

Lead RF Engineer – RF & Microwave – Sedgefield, County Durham

A Lead RF Engineer job is available in Sedgefield, County Durham, with a leading technology business specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance RF and microwave.

We are seeking an experienced Lead RF Engineer with significant expertise in RF/microwave circuit and system design, including RF simulation, microwave circuit design, system analysis and design for manufacture.

Based at a state-of-the-art facility in County Durham, you will provide senior technical leadership across the design and development of advanced RF/microwave products, working from initial concept through to production. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RF Engineer looking to take a technical leadership role within a highly capable multidisciplinary engineering environment.

• Leading the design and development of RF/microwave sub-circuits, sub-modules and systems, taking technical responsibility for specification, simulation, realisation and verification.
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to engineers, leading design reviews, managing technical risks and supporting the development of engineering best practice.
• Performing system line-up analysis, tolerance/yield analysis and design for manufacture, while supporting component, IC and MMIC selection and supplier engagement.
• Working closely with electronics, mechanical, PCB layout, manufacturing and test teams to deliver robust RF designs to the required technical, quality, cost and schedule requirements.

• Significant experience in RF/microwave circuit or system design, with a relevant degree or equivalent qualification in RF, Microwave, Electronics or Communications Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of microwave circuit design, RF simulation, system line-up analysis, tolerance/yield analysis and design for manufacture, with experience using tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro or ADS.
• Experience with transceiver, amplifier, filter, module or subsystem design would be beneficial, alongside a practical approach to engineering delivery and problem solving.
• Proven ability to lead technical activities, mentor engineers and collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing and project teams, with strong communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead RF Engineer to take a senior technical role within an advanced engineering environment, working on cutting-edge RF and microwave technology for telecommunications and defence applications, from concept through to production