Emerson

Principal RF Hardware Development Engineer

Emerson

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Santa RosaCaliforniaUnited 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