Contract- Senior RF Engineer

Company: Itron, Inc.
Location: West Union
Posted on: September 3, 2024

Job Description:

Itron is revolutionizing how utilities and cities manage energy and water. We are committed to creating a more sustainable, resourceful world. Join us.We are the world's leading provider of energy and water resource management solutions. More than 8,000 utilities worldwide rely on our technology. We embrace diversity in every sense of the word. The utility industry plays a foundational role in our global infrastructure. Future investment in technology and services to manage the distribution of energy and water is assured. We consistently drive the entire industry forward in the new solutions and technologies we develop. And as the industry evolves, the need for innovation is only accelerating. We have grown a cooperative and passionate culture so that great thinking and new ideas are allowed to thrive, no matter where they come from. You will be recognized and valued for your contributions and achievements. The success of our customers is our ultimate focus.Our West Union, SC manufacturing plant is looking for an Sr. RF Design Engineer Contactor to join our Wireless Hardware R&D team. In this role, you will design, modify and manage activities for a specific product or group of products from product definition and planning through production and release. In addition, you will serve as the central resource with design, process, manufacturing, test, quality and marketing as the product(s) move to completion and distribution. As an Sr. RF Design Engineer Contactor, your Involvement lasts throughout all stages of a product's lifecycle, from product release through maintenance of the product and end of life decisions. Lastly, you will promote investigation and application of new technologies and industry trends to product management activities and ensure that products shipped meet specifications and quality goals.Duties & Responsibilities:* Develop new products, support existing products and improve processes, specifically related to RF and communication design* Lead RF circuit design from concept to production for low cost wireless communications product-line - complete radio transceiver design and layout including RF PA, LNA, RF filters and matching, synthesizers, VCO's and mixers.* Conduct RF circuit measurements using laboratory spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, etc.* Verify that designs meet requirements through analysis, simulation, and measurement. Compare results to theory and documents results.* Carry out field studies and system test activities.* Provide design and project support in the areas of project leadership, regulation, reliability, and components selections. Provide technical support to factory, service and other internal departments.* Coordinate and verify the work of support staff (technicians and CAD Designers).* Lead projects.Required Skills and Experience: * This position requires minimum 5 years of related industrial experience.* Must have in-depth understanding of electronic circuits, RF circuits and Microwave theory.* Must have a good understanding of RF system and wireless communication system.* Experienced with FCC certification.* Experienced with advanced modeling and simulation.* Experienced with communication theory and digital signal processing is a plus.Preferred Skills and ExperienceMaster's Degree in related fields is preferred.Travel:1 - 10%Physical Demands:This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.This is a safety sensitive role.Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information or other characteristics protected by law. If you require an accommodation to apply to this position, please contact your local recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email.Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.Itron enables utilities and cities to deliver critical infrastructure safely, securely, and reliably services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors help our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety, and promote the wellbeing of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. Join us:Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.

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