Remote | RF & Electromagnetic Engineer — $70–$85/hour

We are sharing a specialised short-term consulting opportunity for experienced RF, microwave, antenna, and electromagnetic engineering professionals with strong hands-on industry expertise in high-frequency systems, signal propagation, electromagnetic analysis, and related engineering applications. This role focuses on solving and evaluating complex technical problems involving RF systems, electromagnetics, antennas, microwave engineering, propagation, and wireless technologies. Selected professionals will analyse engineering data, simulations, specifications, system requirements, and proposed solutions while applying rigorous RF and electromagnetic engineering judgement. Key Responsibilities RF & Microwave Engineering Solve complex technical problems involving RF and microwave systems Analyse RF architectures, components, circuits, and signal paths Apply RF engineering principles to practical system-level scenarios Evaluate system performance, technical constraints, and design limitations Identify incorrect assumptions, calculations, or engineering approaches Electromagnetic Analysis Apply electromagnetic theory to real-world engineering problems Analyse electromagnetic behaviour, field interactions, and propagation effects Review calculations, modelling results, and technical assumptions Evaluate whether proposed approaches are physically and technically sound Provide rigorous explanations of electromagnetic phenomena and system behaviour Antenna Engineering Analyse antenna designs, configurations, and performance characteristics Evaluate antenna behaviour against technical and system requirements Review antenna modelling and simulation results Assess design trade-offs affecting performance and integration Identify weaknesses or limitations in proposed antenna solutions RF Propagation & Wireless Systems Evaluate RF propagation and channel-related engineering scenarios Review applications involving wireless communications, radar, sensing, or related systems Analyse performance limitations arising from propagation conditions Assess system assumptions and proposed technical solutions Apply practical engineering judgement to complex wireless environments RF Circuits & Components Review RF circuits, components, and subsystem designs Evaluate technical specifications and expected performance Assess engineering trade-offs involving frequency, signal behaviour, and system constraints Identify potential design weaknesses or inconsistencies Review proposed solutions for technical feasibility EMC & EMI Evaluate engineering scenarios involving electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference Analyse potential interference mechanisms and system interactions Review proposed mitigation or design approaches Assess whether recommendations appropriately address identified electromagnetic issues Apply practical EMC/EMI knowledge where relevant Simulation & Modelling Review electromagnetic and RF simulations for technical validity Analyse simulation inputs, assumptions, boundary conditions, and resulting outputs Work with or evaluate results produced using tools such as HFSS, CST, COMSOL, MATLAB, ADS , or equivalent platforms Identify modelling limitations or inconsistencies Assess whether simulation results appropriately support engineering conclusions RF Measurement & Testing Evaluate RF measurement and laboratory-testing approaches Review test results, characterisation data, and technical findings Assess whether measurements adequately support stated conclusions Identify inconsistencies between predicted and measured behaviour Apply practical RF testing experience to technical evaluation Technical Evaluation & Feedback Review technical specifications, system requirements, simulation results, calculations, and engineering data Evaluate design trade-offs, performance limitations, assumptions, and proposed solutions Validate technical approaches against project requirements Identify substantive engineering errors or unsupported conclusions Provide clear, technically rigorous explanations and feedback Ideal Profile Hands-on industry experience as an RF Engineer, Microwave Engineer, Antenna Engineer, Electromagnetic Engineer , or related engineering professional Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, RF Engineering, Electromagnetics , or a related discipline Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, RF engineering principles, and signal propagation Practical experience in one or more of: RF and microwave systems Antenna design and analysis Electromagnetic simulation and modelling RF circuits and components EMC/EMI Wireless communications, radar, or sensing RF propagation and channel modelling RF measurement and testing Experience with HFSS, CST, COMSOL, MATLAB, ADS , or equivalent tools is advantageous Experience with microwave or millimetre-wave systems, antenna arrays, phased arrays, beamforming, or MIMO is advantageous Experience in radar, wireless communications, satellite communications, or RF sensing is valuable Research experience or publications in RF, electromagnetics, antennas, or related fields are advantageous Strong ability to translate theoretical RF and electromagnetic concepts into practical engineering solutions Engagement Details Part-time independent contractor engagement Fully remote Short-term project Flexible scheduling based on project requirements Compensation: $70–$85/hour Work focuses on RF engineering, electromagnetics, antenna systems, microwave engineering, wireless systems, technical problem-solving, and expert evaluation Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded based on project needs and performance Work must be completed without using confidential or proprietary information belonging to any employer, client, institution, or other third party H1-B and STEM OPT support is unavailable for this engagement About the Platform This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. 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