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RF Hardware Engineer 2

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Location
Austin, TX
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The RF Hardware Engineer 2 designs and tests RF/microwave systems, advancing concepts through prototyping, verification, compliance, product introduction, and sustaining work. The role collaborates across disciplines and independently handles complex technical issues, often advising others. Candidates need a B.S. in EE/ECE and typically at least two years of experience; the posting also prefers experience with modeling, PCB design, test programming, product development, and project processes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RF/Microwave Design, nice to haveRF Simulation, nice to haveRF Characterization, nice to haveTest Strategy Development, nice to haveAutomated Testing, nice to haveElectrical Engineering, requiredElectronics, requiredRF Principles, requiredRF Components, requiredRF Communications, requiredS-Parameters, requiredSmith Charts, requiredFrequency-Domain Analysis, requiredIntermodulation, requiredMeasurement Instruments, requiredMicrowave Modeling, nice to haveSchematic Capture, nice to havePCB Design, nice to haveTest Equipment Programming, nice to havePython, nice to haveLabVIEW, nice to haveDFM/DFT, nice to haveNPI, nice to haveSupplier Engagement, nice to haveRequirements Management, nice to haveRisk Management, nice to haveProject Planning, nice to haveRegulatory Compliance, nice to haveCommunication, requiredJudgment, requiredDecision-Making, requiredCritical Thinking, requiredProblem Solving, nice to haveInitiative, nice to haveSpoken and Written English, required

Qualifications

2+ Years Experience, requiredBachelor's in EE/ECE, requiredAuthorized to Work in US, required

Full job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Design and execute on RF/microwave designs (e.g. front ends, LO/PLL, filters, mixers, PAs/LNAs, switches/couplers), and using Mentor/Cadence/Altium and advanced RF & EM simulation tools (e.g. AWR, CST, SPICE/LTspice).

  • Develop test strategies and perform characterization of RF designs 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 communication, judgment, decision‑making, and critical thinking in complex technical environments.

Who You Are:

  • You will work on a team to develop complex RF systems and collaborate across disciplines to deliver RF solutions aligned to customer needs and business objectives.

  • You are a strategic, hands‑on problem solver who takes initiative, identifies risks, and can communicate effectively to project leaders.

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Advanced, wide‑ranging expertise; viewed as a key technical resource and often the technical leader for the team. Works on complex issues requiring in‑depth evaluation of variable factors; independently determines methods and procedures on new assignments; frequently advises others.

  • Networks with key contacts outside own area; influences decisions to elevate long‑term product quality and development efficiency.

  • Education/Experience: Typically 2+ years with a B.S. in EE/ECE;

  • Strong understanding of electrical engineering, electronics, and RF principles

  • Practical knowledge with RF components (amplifiers, couplers, striplines)

  • Understanding of RF/wireless communications, S‑parameters, Smith Charts, frequency‑domain analysis, intermodulation

  • Experience in the practical use of measurement instruments (Signal Analyzer, VNA, Oscilloscope)

  • Good command of spoken and written English

  • Authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • Knowledge of microwave modeling tools (e.g. Microwave Office, AXiEM, CST, ADS, HFSS)

  • Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Cadence, Altium)

  • Programming knowledge of test equipment control software (Python or LabVIEW preferred)

  • End‑to‑end ownership from concept to ramp of RF products; DFM/DFT/NPI and supplier engagement experience.

  • Working knowledge of requirements management, risk management, and project planning.

  • Familiarity with regulatory and material/compliance constraints (e.g., EMC/safety, IEEE, MIL, RoHS/REACH) relevant to our markets.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

  • At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

  • Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

  • This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values.

WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-emerson)

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

No calls or agencies please.

Requisition ID : 26012886

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

How this job compares

Set against the 10,210 open Electrical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Texas median$112–160K/yr482 salary ranges
  • Texas median$43–58/hr33 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 1,038 open Electrical Engineer jobs in Texas and 10,210 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Electrical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 8,526 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 6,539 of the 10,210 open Electrical Engineer jobs (64%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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