mmWave Antenna Research and Development Engineer
NVC is looking for full-time mmWave Antenna Research and Development Engineers (Ref: 2024MAE02) who are expected to work closely with RF layout, software, and system design teams. This job involves designing, testing, characterising, and developing new mmWave antenna solutions for consumer, commercial electronics, and Access Points.
All experience levels are welcome, from junior to senior, full-time/consultant. PhD students are also welcomed as interns/part-time.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Knowledge and understanding of mmWave antenna specifications (EIRP, EIS, CDF etc.) of consumer, commercial electronics and Access Points.
- Maintaining the competitor analysis reports and literature review for the latest mmWave antenna technologies.
- Antenna research and development across mmWave bands for implementation into various user terminalsand Access Points.
- Conduct beam analysis and system analysis.
- Simulate, design and implement antenna array solutions.
- Work closely with RF layout engineers to design and optimize antennas and RF front-end interconnections.
- Work in a team environment at all phases, from concept design to final products.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers.
- Perform antenna measurements and analysis of the obtained results.
- Complete technical reports for internal and external purposes.
- Support clients with requirements definition, project definition, and project planning.
- Simulate, design and implement innovative antenna solutions suitable for small form factor devices.
- Collaborate with RF engineers and programming engineers from product concept to production.
Essential Knowledge & Skills
- You should have BEng/MSc (PhD preferred) degrees or equivalent experience with an emphasis on mmWave antenna arrays and antenna-in-packages.
- Strong Practical and theoretical background and understanding of electromagnetics and antenna/antenna array theory.
- Proficiency in electromagnetic solvers such as CST EM Studio, HFSS, ADS, COMSOL, Icepak Cadence Allegro, etc.
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Python.
- Strong hands-on experience in antenna measurement, anechoic chamber, and RF test equipment.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Substantial ability to effectively present ideas in a team.
Essential Attributes
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Exceptionally self-motivated and directed
- Ability to prioritize, schedule, and execute activities to accomplish tasks efficiently
- Ability to multitask and manage more than one project at a time.
Salary:
Exceptional compensation package (£35k to £120k per annum, depending on experience), including competitive salary, share options, pension and bonus.
Location:
NVC has its current R&D headquarters in Birmingham; NVC is considering opening an office in London.
Closing Date: 29/02/2024;
Number of Positions: 5
Experience – 3 years minimum
To apply for this position, please send your CV with a cover letter explaining how you meet the selection criteria to HRUK@novocomms.com. Due to the number of applications, we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates.
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