Rf Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: RF Design Engineer

Job Description

This role focuses on designing and developing RF systems and mixed-signal electronics using off-the-shelf components. You will contribute to products that are deployed in the field, create and refine prototypes, and perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting to ensure robust, reliable performance.

Responsibilities

• Design RF circuits and systems using off-the-shelf components, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Develop mixed-signal electronic designs that integrate analog, RF, and digital circuitry.
• Create and modify schematic and PCB layouts using industry-standard design tools such as Altium.
• Build and rework prototypes using strong soldering skills, including through-hole and surface-mount components.
• Perform comprehensive testing and troubleshooting of RF and mixed-signal designs to identify and resolve performance issues.
• Support the development of products intended for deployment in the field, validating designs under realistic operating conditions.
• Collaborate across multiple disciplines to refine designs, improve system performance, and support product lifecycle activities.
• Contribute to the design and integration of DC power systems within RF and mixed-signal hardware.
• Document design decisions, test results, and troubleshooting steps to support ongoing development and future iterations.
• Continuously expand technical skills by taking on responsibilities in various engineering disciplines within the organization.

Essential Skills

• Approximately 6-10 years of RF design experience using off-the-shelf components.
• Demonstrated track record of RF designs that have resulted in proven products deployed in the field.
• Strong mixed-signal electronics design experience, integrating RF, analog, and digital circuitry.
• Proficient soldering skills suitable for prototype assembly and rework.
• Hands-on testing and troubleshooting capabilities for RF and mixed-signal hardware.
• Practical experience with RF engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with Altium or similar electronic design automation tools for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Background in RF design and dc power systems integration.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive RF design experience that supports end-to-end product development.
• Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines and adapt to varied technical responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on practical, field-ready solutions.
• Capacity to learn new tools and technologies quickly in a dynamic environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small company environment where engineers take on broad responsibilities across several disciplines. You will work closely with a compact, collaborative team, gaining exposure to multiple aspects of product development and hardware design. This setting offers significant opportunities to learn, grow, and expand your skillset while contributing directly to products that go into the field.

This is a Permanent position based out of Lewisville, TX.

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Permanent position based out of Lewisville, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Lewisville,TX.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.