RF Microwave Engineer - Stellenbosch Verfied

Salary Negotiable Stellenbosch, Western Cape Stellenbosch, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 28-06-2016 8:29:17 AM
26-07-2016 8:29:17 AM
Our client, who designs and builds radars which measure tiny movements in rocks in order to give an early warning of an impending landslide, is looking for your special skills to assist help them Specify, design and simulate RF subsystems and modules above 1GHz from component level to module level.

Position details:

Job description / core competencies:
• Specify, design and simulate RF subsystems and modules above 1GHz from component level to module level.
• Implement and test RF subsystems and modules above 1GHz from component level to module level.
• Work as a member of a team and attend regular team meetings to share project status, issues and ideas.
• Preparation of all necessary supporting technical documents. This includes specifications, build documentation, design reports and test procedures.

Key work outputs (results required):
• Design RF subsystems and modules above 1GHz from component level to module level.
• Plan and budget for:
o Implementation within project timescales.
o Implementation within project budget.
o Compliance with specifications.

Country: South Africa
Location: Stellenbosch

Job Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• B.Eng or M.Eng specialising in RF electronics.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in non-procedural RF circuit design and development.
• Experience with Microwave Office (or similar) and/or Spice within the last 3 years.
• Direct involvement in PCB design and layout of RF PCB’s within the last 3 years.
• Matlab (or similar) proficient within the last 3 years.

Beneficial Competencies
• Experience in RF design at frequencies from DC to 10GHz and above.
• RF system experience (please elaborate).
• Experience with CST analysis software (please elaborate).
• Experience with Altium Designer (please elaborate).
• System engineering experience (please elaborate).
• ECSA registration as Professional Engineer

Company Description:

A legacy of quality engineered advanced Original Equipment research and high development manufacturer. Designs, develops and manufacturers to International standards a wide range of electronic and electrical products: voice and radio communication, data connectivity services, search, tracking, surface scanning systems and sub – systems and much more. Capabilities include electronic and precision mechanical design and the high-volume production of electro- mechanical assemblies. Servicing the Industrial and Mining Sectors Globally. With operations in Australia, Sweden, and the USA.