
Principal RF Hardware Development Engineer
Emerson
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Santa Rosa • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $140,000 - $190,000 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Architect and lead RF/microwave designs
- Perform feasibility assessment of emerging technologies through research, prototyping, early modeling, and rapid experimentation
- Assess system-level performance including sensing paths, signal conditioning, and inter-device interfaces (SPI, I²C)
- Conduct advanced modeling, troubleshooting, and simulation-to-measurement correlation
- Develop test strategies and perform characterization using VNAs, spectrum/signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes, and automated test frameworks
- Drive concepts through prototyping, development, V&V, compliance (EMC/safety, RoHS/REACH), NPI, and sustaining activities with minimal oversight
- Exercise strong communication, judgment, decision-making, and critical thinking in complex technical environments
- Mentor other engineers, guide design reviews, and promote consistent engineering rigor across the team
- Build strong cross-functional relationships, influencing decisions through well-supported technical rationale
- Occasional domestic/international travel (up to 10%) to support supplier builds, customer evaluations, or factory activities
Requirements
- 8+ years with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Computer Engineering or any related STEM degree
- 5+ years with a Master's or PhD.
- Proven experience designing, simulating, verifying, and releasing RF circuits/subsystems using industry-standard tools
- Strong proficiency with RF instrumentation (VNA, spectrum/signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes)
- Ability to troubleshoot, simulate, and resolve embedded or mixed-signal issues at the board/system level
- Programming or scripting proficiency (Python required; MATLAB/LabVIEW beneficial)
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and technical decision-making abilities; demonstrated ability to lead through influence and mentor engineers
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
Benefits
- Market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
- A variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
- Family formation benefits
- Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee resource groups
- Recognition programs
- Flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
RF designmicrowave designfeasibility assessmentsystem-level performance assessmentmodelingtroubleshootingsimulation-to-measurement correlationtest strategy developmentcharacterizationembedded systems
Soft Skills
communicationjudgmentdecision-makingcritical thinkingmentoringinfluencingcross-functional collaborationengineering rigor