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. 

Position Summary:

This position exists to drive the mechanical design of RF and microwave components, including both surface‑mount and chip‑and‑wire technologies, ensuring high‑performance, manufacturable solutions. The engineer contributes directly to PCB and module architecture while applying advanced or CAD, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks expertise to complex design challenges. By performing rigorous tolerance analysis, selecting suitable materials, and integrating thermal and environmental considerations, this role ensures mechanical integrity across all product platforms. The position also develops comprehensive engineering documentation and supports cross‑functional collaboration and design reviews. Success in this role requires strong communication, technical leadership, and a commitment to innovation and continuous process improvement.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $133,000 per year

Job Functions:

• Responsible for the mechanical design and implementation of RF and microwave components for both surface‑mount assemblies and chip‑and‑wire configurations.
• Provide mechanical design inputs for PCB and ceramic substrates during design phase.
• Utilizes AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and ORCAD.
• Applies innovative mechanical design skills to complex engineering requirements.
• Writes technical flowcharts, reports, and mechanical design documentation.
• Performs tolerance analysis for precision mechanical assemblies.
• Selects and applies appropriate metals, plastics, and elastomers.
• Designs products considering thermal and environmental requirements.
• Works effectively through department and peer review processes.
• Selects methods and techniques to deliver effective mechanical solutions.
• Collaborate with senior internal and external personnel in area of expertise.
• Determines procedures and methods for new mechanical design assignments.
• Identifies mechanical issues proactively and implements effective solutions.
• Continuously seek improvements in design and process workflows.
• Works professionally and respectfully with diverse cross‑functional teams.
• Function effectively as a team player in a technical engineering environment.

The duties, responsibilities and expectations described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the member, within the scope of the position.

Qualifications:

• MSME with minimum of 6 years’ related experience
• BSEE with minimum of 10 years’ related experience
• Possesses broad expertise in CAD‑based mechanical design.
• Understands manufacturing processes used in electronics industries.
• Advanced capability in OrCAD‑based PCB layout, including stack‑up design, differential pair tuning, impedance control, grounding strategies, and layout practices for high‑frequency and mixed‑signal systems.
• Ability to work independently on complex tasks with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Highly self‑motivated and detail‑oriented in daily engineering tasks.
• Uses professional judgment to creatively resolve complex design challenges.

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

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(K) to eligible employees. 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 
• 401(K) and Profit-Sharing Programs 
• Disability Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Employer-Sponsored Wellness Plans 
• Commuter Benefits 
• Hospital & Accident Indemnity Insurance 
• Employee Benefit Advocate & Employee Assistance Program 

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.