Radio Frequency Engineer

Role: RF Engineer

Location: Lynchburg, VA

Salary: $105,000

Company:

Our client, a leader in manufacturing innovative wireless communication products, is seeking an RF Engineer to join their close-knit team. This role focuses on new product development in long-range communication systems, offering the chance to work on exciting, dynamic projects.

Overview:

This position entails a wide range of responsibilities, supporting the engineering design team with tasks such as testing, documentation, research, installation, troubleshooting, and analyzing wireless communication systems. The ideal candidate is a versatile, team-oriented problem-solver who enjoys tackling technical challenges with creative solutions. Close collaboration with senior engineers is essential for meeting project deadlines efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to define and interpret system specifications to meet product requirements.
• Assist in the creation of system designs, installation plans, and testing strategies.
• Design and evaluate systems and subsystems to improve performance, add features, and optimize cost and size.
• Work closely with clients, team members, and partners throughout the project lifecycle, from requirements drafting to system development and integration.
• Provide technical support for building and troubleshooting wireless communication prototypes and products.
• Learn about underground mining processes to enhance client communication.
• Conduct RF measurement and testing in the facility.
• Participate in the R&D, design, and testing of electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks for various applications.
• Perform additional duties as required, including support for proposal efforts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related technical field) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in RF/Data Communications or Field Telecommunications is highly desirable, with knowledge of wireless site deployments and technical components.
• Strong understanding of RF system configurations and testing (e.g., RF theory, antenna design, link budgets, RF measurement techniques, and simulations).
• Proficiency in technical planning and hands-on testing of RF/digital systems.
• Experience using CAD software for RF equipment layouts and coverage models.
• Ability to conduct technical training sessions and product briefings for customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Knowledge of databases and networking (e.g., MySQL, TCP/IP, Windows 10/11) is a plus.
• Familiarity with test equipment for PCB troubleshooting and the ability to read schematic and PCB layout designs is an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $105,000
• Profit sharing – paid annually for 10 years
• Sign-on/Relocation bonus
• $3,000 HSA contribution
• 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K with a 5% company match
• $4,000 annual training budget
• Opportunities for additional qualifications and training
• Recognition and appreciation incentives
• Gym membership

If interested, please click apply now!

Buzzwords:

RF, Radio Frequency, Wireless Systems, Electronics, Antenna Design, CAD, MySQL, Networking, Databases

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