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Senior RF Engineer

$90k - $180k

Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.


JOB DESCRIPTION:

A healthy heart is essential to good health. That's why we're committed to advancing treatments for people with cardiovascular disease. As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, our breakthrough medical technologies help restore people's health so they can get back to living their best lives, faster. We focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.

Our location in Sylmar, CA , currently has an opportunity for a Senior RF Engineer.

The Senior RF Engineer; oversees design and testing of the RF communications hardware within Abbott's cardiac implantable medical devices. Leads development of the product PCB layout, RF antenna, evaluation boards, test fixtures, and tools. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing engineering work. Performs engineering studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective and cost-efficient practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Lead RF development activities including defining requirements, specifications, design & simulation, risk analysis and characterization testing.
  • One or more of the following: RF PCB layout, antenna design, RF system design, link budget analysis
  • Conducts evaluations, tests and analyses related to feasibility and function.
  • Performs troubleshooting and fault isolation activities on a variety of breadboards and hybrids.
  • Conducts measurements specified in design verification plans, documents and tabulates results, and provides engineering test reports.
  • Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related engineering field.
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience in design and test of RF communication systems.
  • Experience in RF circuit and PCB layout simulations.
  • Experience using lab tools such as Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, etc.
  • Demonstrated personal computer skills such as Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio (or equivalents).
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and tasks.
  • Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.
Preferred
  • Master's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related engineering field.
  • Preferred Skills/Technologies: PCB layout simulation (Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR) , antenna simulation (CST, Ansys HFSS), programming/scripting (C, C++, Python, or equivalent)
  • Working knowledge of electromagnetic fields and human body interactions
  • Knowledge of wireless communications standards such as Bluetooth, Wifi, MICS
  • Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
  • Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
  • A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
  • Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
  • Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
  • Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
  • Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
  • The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is
$90,000.00 - $180,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Product Development


DIVISION:
CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management


LOCATION:
United States > Sylmar : 13150 Telfair Avenue


ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard


TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time


MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No


SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)


Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.


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