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RF Validation Engineer - Mmwave - Semiconductor

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RF Validation Engineer - MmWave - Semiconductor

Location: Shepton Mallet, Somerset

Company: Join a world-class semiconductor team working on cutting-edge RF and mmWave technologies. This is a great opportunity to support the development and validation of high-frequency devices in a fast-paced, customer-focused engineering environment.

You will play a key role in validating RF, microwave, and mmWave components up to 50GHz, while contributing to the success of a broad product portfolio including analogue and digital systems.

Key Responsibilities for this RF Validation Engineer job, based in Shepton Mallet:

Support engineering teams in validating advanced RF and mmWave devices.

Perform RF measurements and characterisation using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and other lab equipment.
Design and optimise matching networks; analyse parameters such as S11, P1dB, IP3, and noise figure.
Review schematics, datasheets, and customer designs to support integration and performance analysis.
Document validation results and contribute to technical support materials, including application notes.

Qualifications and Skills required for this RF Validation Engineer job, based in Shepton Mallet:

Degree in Electronics, RF Engineering, or a related field, with hands-on RF lab experience.
Proficient in RF testing and familiar with tools such as VNAs, signal generators, and power meters.
Understanding of RF building blocks and system-level concepts, including filters, mixers, and amplifiers.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work across teams to resolve technical challenges.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to shape the future of wireless communication and work with advanced mmWave technologies, please submit your CV and cover letter to (url removed) or call Nick on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)

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