Radio Frequency Microwave Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an RF Microwave Engineer to join a specialist engineering business developing advanced high-power microwave technologies for scientific, industrial and emerging energy applications.

The organisation focuses on the design, development, prototyping, manufacture and testing of high-power microwave systems and components. Its engineering capabilities span microwave sources, transmission systems and specialist electronic devices, supporting complex projects that require innovative RF engineering solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a variety of technically challenging projects, including microwave transmission system design, power beaming and microwave source development. The successful candidate will be involved in electromagnetic modelling, hardware integration, commissioning and testing, working alongside a multidisciplinary engineering team.

The position would suit an RF or Microwave Engineer with experience in system design, electromagnetic simulation, analysis or practical testing. Candidates with a strong technical foundation, a hands-on approach to engineering and an interest in developing advanced microwave technologies are encouraged to apply.

Main Responsibilities of the RF Microwave Engineer (Abingdon, Oxfordshire):

• Design and develop high-power RF and microwave systems, including kW to MW-class applications

• Contribute to projects involving microwave transmission systems, power beaming and microwave source development

• Support the design and development of specialist electronic devices and associated technologies

• Model and simulate microwave systems, components and beam propagation using electromagnetic simulation tools

• Use software such as HFSS, CST or equivalent tools to support engineering analysis and design optimisation

• Specify, integrate and assemble RF and microwave hardware for development and testing activities

• Provide RF and microwave engineering expertise to multidisciplinary teams throughout the design process

• Commission, test and troubleshoot high- and low-power microwave equipment

• Work with both internally developed systems and commercially supplied equipment

• Analyse test results, investigate technical issues and contribute to design improvements

• Support prototyping, validation and the development of advanced microwave technologies

• Follow appropriate laboratory procedures and safety requirements, particularly when working with high-voltage equipment

Requirements of the RF Microwave Engineer (Abingdon, Oxfordshire):

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Physics, RF or Microwave Engineering, or a related discipline

• Candidates with alternative technical qualifications and demonstrable relevant industry experience will also be considered

• Experience in at least one of the following areas: RF or microwave system design, analysis or testing

• Experience using electromagnetic simulation software such as HFSS, CST or equivalent

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to interpret technical requirements and contribute to engineering design decisions

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team

• A practical, hands-on approach to engineering development, testing and troubleshooting

Experience in one or more of the following technology areas would be highly advantageous:

• High-Power RF and Microwave Systems

• Electromagnetic Modelling and Simulation

• Microwave Transmission Systems

• Microwave Sources and Specialist Electronic Devices

• RF Hardware Integration and Assembly

• Microwave Laboratory Testing and Commissioning

• Antenna Design and Beam Propagation

• High-Voltage Engineering and Safety

Desirable:

• Experience working with high-power microwave systems or specialist electronic devices

• Knowledge of microwave sources, amplifiers or related technologies

• Practical laboratory experience using RF and microwave test equipment

• Knowledge of antenna design, transmission systems or beam propagation

• Experience commissioning and testing RF hardware

• Familiarity with high-voltage systems and associated safety requirements