Electrical Engineer

Entry-Level Electrical Engineer (RF & Microwave)

Patterson, NY
Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$28.85-$31.25/hour
About the Opportunity

We are seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join a growing engineering team focused on the design and development of advanced RF and microwave components . This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Electrical Engineering graduate or early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience across the entire product lifecycle, from concept and simulation through prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.
This role offers unique exposure to customer interaction, product development, RF design, and manufacturing, allowing engineers to wear multiple hats and make a direct impact on projects.

What You'll Be Doing
RF & Microwave Design

• Design passive RF and microwave components including:
  • Directional couplers
  • Combiners
  • High-power RF components
  • Wideband microwave devices
• Develop RF circuit layouts and PCB designs
• Support product development from concept through production release

Simulation & Analysis

• Perform electromagnetic (EM) simulations to design and validate RF structures
• Analyze RF performance and optimize designs
• Verify product performance through modeling and simulation tools

Prototyping & Testing

• Build and evaluate PCB prototypes
• Test RF and microwave circuits using:
  • Network analyzers
  • RF test equipment
  • Electronic measurement tools
• Troubleshoot circuitry and design performance issues
• Document testing results and engineering changes

Production & Customer Support

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure successful product builds
• Support fabrication and production activities
• Participate in customer meetings and technical discussions
• Translate customer requirements into practical engineering solutions
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve design and manufacturing processes

Required Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) is a plus
• GPA of 3.4 or higher preferred

Technical Skills

• Understanding of RF and Microwave Engineering principles
• Coursework or project experience involving:
  • RF circuits
  • Microwave components
  • Electromagnetic theory
• Experience with electrical circuitry and PCB design
• Ability to build and test PCB prototypes
• Familiarity with RF test equipment, particularly network analyzers
• Knowledge of EM simulation tools

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Interest in working in both engineering and manufacturing environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microwave Office or similar EM simulation software
• AutoCAD experience
• SolidWorks experience
• Inventor experience
• Internship, co-op, research, or project experience involving RF design
• Exposure to manufacturing or product development environments

Work Environment

• Manufacturing-based engineering environment
• Mid-sized company with approximately 8 engineers on staff
• Business casual dress code
• Highly collaborative and hands-on atmosphere
• Opportunity to work directly with production teams and customers
• Paid holidays and accrued New York State sick time

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Patterson, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Patterson,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.
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.


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