Principal RF Engineer

Emerson

. Serve as a key technical resource and often technical leader for the team .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSanta Rosa • California • United StatesLead💰 $180,872 - $200,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RF/Microwave Hardware Design and Development, including proficiency in RF Instrumentation and Simulation Tools. Capable of leading complex projects with minimal oversight while mentoring engineers and ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.

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RF Circuit DesignRF Instrumentation ProficiencyPython ProgrammingMentoring EngineersSystem-Level Performance Assessment

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Hard Skills

RF Circuit DesignSimulation and VerificationTroubleshooting RF IssuesSpecifications DevelopmentTest Strategy DevelopmentEnd-to-End OwnershipSI/PI ExpertiseMixed-Signal DesignRegulatory ComplianceRisk Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCritical ThinkingTechnical Decision-MakingLeadership Through Influence

Tools & Technologies

VNAsSpectrum AnalyzersVector GeneratorsOscilloscopesLTspiceAnsys DesignerADSHFSSCSTAWR

Industry Keywords

RF/Microwave HardwareSubsystem DevelopmentNPIDFM/DFTPrototypingVerification TraceabilityEmbedded SystemsHigh-Frequency CircuitrySignal ConditioningSPI/I²C Interfaces

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key technical resource and often technical leader for the team
Design, execute, or lead RF/microwave hardware and subsystem work, including front ends, LO/PLL, filters, mixers, PAs/LNAs, switches, couplers, and related high-frequency circuitry
Translate customer, product, and RF subsystem needs into specifications, acceptance criteria, design constraints, and verification approaches
Use RF design, simulation, layout, modeling, and characterization tools and correlate simulation results with measured performance
Assess emerging technologies through research, prototyping, early modeling, and rapid experimentation
Assess system-level performance, including sensing paths, signal conditioning, and SPI/I²C interfaces
Develop test strategies and perform characterization using VNAs, spectrum/signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes, and automated test frameworks
Drive work through prototyping, development, V&V, compliance, NPI, and sustaining phases with minimal oversight
Mentor engineers, guide design reviews, promote engineering rigor, and support design controls, risk analysis, and documentation
Provide subject matter expertise as an independent reviewer for multiple portfolio projects
Collaborate with Digital, Mechanical, Calibration, Software, Systems, Test, Quality, and Operations teams
Influence technical decisions and improve long-term product quality and development efficiency
Travel occasionally, up to 10%, for supplier builds, customer evaluations, or factory activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience with a B.S. in EE/ECE, or 6+ years with a Master’s degree, or 3+ years with a PhD
Proven experience designing, simulating, verifying, and releasing RF circuits or subsystems using industry-standard tools
Strong proficiency with RF instrumentation, including VNAs, spectrum or signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes, and related measurement equipment
Ability to troubleshoot, simulate, and resolve RF, embedded, or mixed-signal issues at board or system level
Programming or scripting proficiency; Python required, MATLAB or LabVIEW beneficial
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and technical decision-making abilities
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and mentor engineers
Ability to lead complex RF hardware or subsystem development with minimal oversight
Experience defining specifications and acceptance criteria, developing test approaches, resolving board- or system-level RF issues, determining methods for new assignments, and mentoring or advising engineers
End-to-end ownership from concept to ramp, including DFM/DFT, NPI, supplier engagement, and sustaining support preferred
Expertise in SI/PI for mixed-signal RF boards, grounding and shielding, and robust layout preferred
Familiarity with requirements management, risk management, project planning, verification traceability, and regulatory/material compliance preferred
Experience with LTspice, Ansys Designer, ADS, HFSS/CST, AWR, or SI/PI simulation preferred
Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided
Occasional domestic or international travel, up to 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Medical insurance plans
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, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave
Face-to-face and virtual training
Mentorship and coaching
Project management and on-the-job training
Annual merit review performance rewards
Flexible work arrangement (hybrid or remote capacity)