Principal RF Engineer in Bishopton

Job Overview

Our client is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced RF, microwave, and millimetre‑wave components and subsystems. The company’s products are widely deployed in wireless communication infrastructure, point‑to‑point systems, defence and security markets. With a strong presence in County Durham, UK, and a world‑class facility in Newton Aycliffe, the organisation delivers tailored RF solutions to OEMs and mobile network operators while pursuing a strategy of innovation and engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of RF/mmWave circuits, subsystems and systems.
• Take ownership of RF specifications, simulation, realisation and validation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.
• Conduct system line‑up and tolerance analysis, ensuring design for manufacture.
• Support component and MMIC selection, liaising with suppliers where required.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electronics, PCB, manufacturing and test teams.
• Produce and review technical documentation, including design records and release data.
• Lead design reviews, identifying and mitigating technical risks.
• Support verification, validation and reliability testing activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during development and production.
• Deliver designs in line with project timelines, cost targets and technical requirements.

Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in RF, Microwave, Electronics or Communications Engineering.
• Significant experience in RF/mmWave circuit or system design.
• Strong proficiency with RF design tools such as ADS, CST, Microwave Office or EMPro.
• Solid understanding of microwave circuit design, system analysis and design for manufacture.
• Experience with transceivers, amplifiers, filters or subsystem design is advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead technical activities and mentor engineers.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a practical engineering approach.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across cross‑functional teams.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance.
• Share scheme: £500 invested over 2 years at a discounted rate, held for 3 years.
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution (plus 2% match structure).
• Electric vehicle scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Cycle to work programme.
• 15 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to purchase 5 extra days.
• 4× life assurance and income protection.
• Relocation support: UK – up to £5,000, International – up to £8,000.
• Support for relocation expenses such as removals, transport and up to 3 months of temporary accommodation (excludes furniture/appliances).

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