RF Hardware Engineer

The RF R&D Team is seeking an entry-level engineer to work on high frequency RF products. The primary responsibilities of this position are to work with engineering teams to define, document, design, deploy, and sustain NI-branded products tailored to meet specific customer requirements for engineering solutions. The ideal candidate has a background and knowledge regarding RF circuits and electromagnetic theory. This entry‑level RF Design Engineer position is a multi-functional role dealing with diverse engineering needs, including the ability to gather requirements, generate specification documents, interface with manufacturing partners, and meet with internal personnel to design, deploy and sustain solutions worldwide. Come join our team! In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: * Design and simulate RF/microwave circuits, design complete system products, and validate designs using measurement instrumentation * Manage the lifecycle of products under development * Own and implement individual technical project deliverables, guide technical decisions and drive technical issues to resolution * Travel as needed (up to 10%) domestically and abroad in support of project objectives Who You Are: You are passionate about technology and dedicated to delivering a high‑quality product to enable customer success. You research initiatives and try new approaches. You stay aligned with your goals and productive. You make connections and build relationships with your colleagues, focusing on creating an effective collaborative style. You take time to ask questions and define the problem and make learning a priority and a goal. You dig for root causes of a problem and look for patterns. You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. For This Role, You Will Need: * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) * Strong understanding of electrical engineering, electronics, and RF principles * Practical knowledge with RF components (amplifiers, couplers, striplines) * Experience in the practical use of measurement instruments (Signal Analyzer, VNA, Oscilloscope) * 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) * Knowledge in signal processing, RF/wireless communications, S‑parameters, Smith Charts, frequency‑domain analysis, intermodulation * 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: * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering * Hands‑on microwave modeling tool experience * Understanding of EM simulation, data analysis, and presentation * Understanding of different IC process technologies * Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts and principles: * Sources of measurement error * Instrumentation selection * Hardware/software integration * Grounding and shielding principles * Schematic capture tools * Intimately familiar with VNA, Vector Signal Generator, and Spectrum Analyzer measurements * RF system design and debug experience in a large-scale production or lab environment * Strong problem‑solving skills and initiative * Demonstrated ability to: * Effectively interact and communicate with customers * Work seamlessly in distributed, multi-cultural teams * Efficiently problem-solve, diagnose technical issues, and propose reasonable solutions * Take initiative and work independently * Persistently drive tasks and lead projects to successful completion * Quickly learn applicable technologies, systems, and products Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives--because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. Learn more about our Culture & Values Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $103,000 - $134,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. #LI-AT3

Created: 2026-04-02