RF Design Engineer I
Description
Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea and aircraft, automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment.
Mini-Circuits’ sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website.
Mini-Circuits’ sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website.
Position Summary:
RF Design Engineer I (DE I) is an entry-level engineering position responsible for supporting the design, modeling, simulation, characterization, validation, verification and design-related documentation of ceramic-based RF and millimeter-wave single function passive components, packages and multi-function modules.
This role is ideal for recent graduates with strong RF fundamentals, curiosity to learn, and a proactive mindset. The DE I works under close guidance from a Senior Engineer while gaining hands-on experience with RF simulation tools, laboratory measurements, and Mini-Circuits’ product development processes.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $98,000 per year
Job Function:
- Support RF design and development activities for passive RF, millimeter-wave components, packages and multi-function modules under the guidance of a Senior Engineer.
- Execute EM and circuit-level simulations using tools such as Ansys HFSS, Genesys, ADS, or CST.
- Model designs and run simulation sweeps, parametric studies, and optimizations as directed; analyze and summarize results.
- Assist with RF measurements and characterization using laboratory equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), Power Supplies, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and others.
- Collect, organize, and analyze measured and simulated data to support design reviews, reports and design-related decisions.
- Prepare the necessary documentation to support Mini-Circuits’ Product Generation Process (PGP).
- Support product characterization, qualification, and test development activities in collaboration with Product, Manufacturing, Quality and Test Engineers.
- Work with the Project Management team to plan and execute assigned tasks within the committed timelines and budget.
- Support engineering organization in ISO Audits and Management reviews and participate in internal and external audits.
- Assist senior engineer in drafting company procedures and processes to ensure the highest level of design and manufacturing standards are achieved and maintained.
- Collaborate with peers in the creation of Intellectual Property (IP) to maintain technical relevance in materials and processes, circuital topologies, design methodologies/techniques, simulation software and modeling techniques, device characterization techniques and novel production testing strategies.
- Create scripts and execute simulation runs to optimize the performance of passive RF, Microwave and Millimeter-Wave components.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 0–1 year of experience, specializing in RF design, including relevant RF coursework, RF/microwave circuit design experience through industry exposure, or RF-related academic capstone projects.
- Strong academic foundation including relevant coursework in RF and microwave engineering principles.
- Theoretical and basic practical knowledge in the design of common RF circuits such as filters, couplers, power dividers, and baluns.
- Relevant experience in the design of active components (i.e. Low Noise Amplifiers, Power Amplifiers, etc.), RF systems/modules, is a plus.
- Familiarity with EM simulation tools based on Method of Moments (MoM) and Finite Element Method (FEM) is required.
- Demonstrated experience in the employment of RF measurement test equipment.
- Must be proficient in scripting and data analysis using employing coding languages such as Python, MATLAB or other.
- Academical publications in the RF domain are to be considered a competitive advantage.
- Professional and positive approach, self-motivated, strong in building relationships, team player, dynamic, creative with a strong sense of discipline.
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership of assigned tasks.
- Strong relationship management, project management, problem-solving skills.
- Proactive and takes initiative — seeks clarification, asks questions, and follows up on action items.
- Demonstrates curiosity and eagerness to learn, especially in RF design.
- Focused on learning, execution, and technical skill development rather than independent ownership of designs.
- Solid problem-solving ability, with willingness to break down technical problems methodically.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of producing clear technical documentation.
- Positive, team-oriented, and able to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple parallel tasks and deadlines.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Cultural Focus
- Displays enthusiasm and Passion for their work
- Works to the standard of Uncompromising Quality by meeting or exceeding stated objectives and embracing continuous improvement
- Exercises sound Business Judgement, ensuring that efforts are on track with the Company’s goals
- Operates with the mindset of Customer Obsession – by meeting or exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers
- Takes Accountability by taking ownership and accepting responsibility for their conduct and contributions
- Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and accomplishes tasks with Speed and attention to detail
- Cooperates, collaborates and contributes to shared goals with a strong sense of Teamwork
- Conducts themselves with Honesty & Integrity and treats all members with Trust & Respect
Additional Requirements/Skills
- Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
- Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct
Disclaimer: The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Management’s discretion.
Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, gender identity, gender dysphoria, pregnancy-related condition, and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.