RF (High Power Amplifier) Application Engineer

B2B Freelance Opportunity

Experience: 6+years

Work Mode: Hybrid Permanent, 2 days per week on-site

Location: Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands

Languages: English (mandatory)

*Only EU nationals can apply

Key responsibilities

• Design, simulation and performance measurements of advanced high performing demo boards.

• Define with the customer the key requirements for their specific reference design and design and evaluate this reference design accordingly.

• Technically support our customers to ensure a successful integration of our products in the customer environment. Key support to give is on: RF performance, matching architecture, thermal design, reliability and product lifetime.

• Address and solve with the customer their most complex system issues.

• Writing Application Notes on specific features and usage of our products.

• Do detailed benchmarking of our products against competing products to further determine our competitive edge.

• Based on customer interactions, propose and define innovative products to meet market trends and maintain our competitiveness.

• Actively build and maintain a network of contacts in own and related fields to gain and share knowledge.

• Professional active participation in customer visits at the our site and at the customer site.

• A position in an international environment with over 35 nationalities working in cross-functional teams

• A 'flat' organization with an informal, flexible, and hands-on culture

• Growth opportunities to develop your career

• A competitive salary package and bonus program

• A variety of engaging and inspiring events throughout the year

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Relevant experience in RF design.

For our Nijmegen location: we are looking for at least 6 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with high-power amplifier design >100 W, PCB layout, prototyping and troubleshooting.

• Understand specifics of all classes of operation and the ability to design them.

• Experience with RF simulation tools such as ADS/MWO and 3D EM simulation.

• Experience with all regular RF equipment and measurement techniques.

• Ability to analyze and resolve highly complex technical problems.

For our Nijmegen location: a proven track record demonstrating completion of multiple successful complex integrations of products in customer application environments.

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, or equivalent, with a specialization in RF Power & Microwave.

Preferred Skills:

We are looking for someone who:

• Is curious and eager to grow in RF/Microwave techniques and Power Amplifier Design.

• Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex integration challenges.

• Has a driven and pro-active, hands-on attitude, with the ability to take initiative.

• Is a strong team player and has good communication skills.

• Demonstrates strong teamwork skills in an international environment.

• Has a strong customer focus and is able to build trusted relationships while balancing the interests of the customer and us.

• Communicates effectively in English.