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RF Design Engineer

Hybrid in Mollet del Vallès·Full-time·Added 3 months ago

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IDNEO

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Overview

Job details

Permanent contract
Full-time hours.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
IDNEO doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Mollet del Vallès, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor, Master, or Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field with a focus on RF/Microwave engineering.” — per the ad.

The role

📍 Mollet del Valles (Barcelona), Spain

🏠 Hybrid Working

🌎 Global tech company founded in 2011

🌱 Our mission is to shape the future through technology

As an RF Design Engineer, you will carry out RF design activities to ensure the technical and functional feasibility of our products. Working within a multidisciplinary team, your objective will be to meet the technical performance, cost, quality and timing goals set by project management.

What you'll do

Lead the RF design of RF front ends, including Power Amplifiers, LNAs, filters, mixers, combiners, etc., from MHz to mmW applications
Execute necessary RF design simulations using EM software (e.g., HFSS, Feko) and EDA simulation tools (e.g., ADS, MWO).
Perform design adjustments and prototype verification in the RF laboratory during each hardware (HW) loop, utilizing Spectrum Analyzers, VNAs, and antenna radiation pattern measurements in anechoic chambers.
Optimize the RF designs to maximize power transfer, noise figures, and minimize return loss.
Lead the PCB layout of RF circuits, ensuring proper isolation, grounding, and signal integrity for high-frequency traces.
Perform functional validation to ensure the performance and reliability of development prototypes prior to customer delivery.
Effectively manage product modifications throughout the development cycle considering cost reduction ideas.
Collaborate with manufacturing teams during product industrialization.
(*) The described functions are only the most representative for this position; therefore, they should not be understood as all the inherent functions related to this job position.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a similar role.
Bachelor, Master, or Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field with a focus on RF/Microwave engineering.
Experience on RF front ends, including Power Amplifiers, LNAs, filters, mixers, combiners, etc.
Proficiency in EDA software (e.g., AWR, ADS) and EM simulation tools (e.g., FEKO, HFSS)
English advanced level
Availability to travel occasionally for project collaboration.
Highly Valued: Prior experience in RF design for Aerospace or Defense applications (e.g., satellite communications, radar, or military standards)
Valued: Hands-on experience in Antenna design
Valued: Strong knowledge of wireless communication technologies (GSM/GPRS/3G/LTE/5G/BT/WIFI/Broadcasting/etc...)

About IDNEO

IDNEO is a technology company specializing in secure identification and smart technology solutions, including RFID, NFC, and IoT products. The company operates globally with a focus on engineering and product development, serving clients across multiple industries such as retail, industry, and logistics.

IDNEO has its headquarters in Mollet del Vallès, Spain, and is a Spanish-founded company. It offers a dynamic, international work environment with a strong emphasis on innovation and engineering excellence. For international professionals, IDNEO provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology projects in Spain, with a collaborative culture and a commitment to professional growth.

Industry: Engineering
Founded: 1997
Employees: 100–500
Headquarters: Mollet del Vallès, Spain
In Spain: Mollet del Vallès

Good to know if you are moving

IDNEO is a Spanish company, so international hires will need to navigate Spanish work permit and visa processes.
The company's official working language is Spanish, though English is commonly used in technical and engineering roles.
IDNEO offers a collaborative, engineering-driven culture with a focus on innovation and product development.
The company is located in Mollet del Vallès, a town near Barcelona, offering a more relaxed lifestyle compared to the city center.
IDNEO works on international projects, giving employees exposure to global clients and technologies.