RF Test Engineer (3rd shift and weekends)

RF Test Engineer

Location: New Brighton, MN
Department: Engineering / EMC & RF Compliance Testing
Reports To: EMC/RF Lab Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented RF Test Engineer to join our wireless compliance testing team. In this role, you will support RF testing activities for intentional and unintentional radiators intended for global markets including North America, Europe, and Japan.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience or academic exposure to RF testing methodologies, wireless communication systems, and regulatory compliance standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical expertise across commercial, automotive, military, rail, marine, and wireless certification programs.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform RF testing for intentional and unintentional radiators used in North America, Japan, and Europe.
• Conduct testing on wireless transmitters used for CMS, GMRS, CBRS, and U-NII services.
• Execute RF testing in accordance with:
• ETSI
• FCC
• ICES
• EN
• Operate RF and test equipment including:
• Spectrum analyzers
• Signal generators
• EMI receivers
• Oscilloscopes
• Antennas
• Power meters
• Network analyzers
• Maintain accurate electronic documents and perform detailed data collation.
• Prepare comprehensive test plans, procedures, and test reports.
• Generate test documentation including:
• Photographs
• Measurement uncertainty calculations
• Test methodologies
• Compliance summaries
• Participate in the development and evaluation of test equipment and testing methodologies.
• Support customers before and during RF test programs.
• Validate customer requirements, including occasional on-site visits when necessary.
• Provide technical input to support quotation generation and customer proposals.
• Troubleshoot RF test failures and support corrective actions.
• Develop specialist expertise in areas such as rail, marine, military, automotive, or wireless radio testing.
• Provide training and technical guidance to team members as needed.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 Quality System requirements.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline; or equivalent technical diploma.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in RF testing, wireless testing, or product certification.
• Basic understanding of EMC, EMI, and RF principles and measurement techniques.
• Familiarity with wireless communication technologies and standards.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple testing activities while preparing technical reports.
• Comfortable interacting with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good commercial and customer-service awareness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexibility to work off-shift when project requirements demand.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EMC testing for automotive equipment.
• Working knowledge of EMC/EMI/RF testing requirements and accreditation standards.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD, CISPR, IEC, FCC, ETSI, and automotive EMC standards.
• Experience with RF measurement and automated test systems.
• Exposure to RF troubleshooting and wireless transmitter testing.
• Experience with Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or automated test scripting is a plus.
• Knowledge of OTA (Over-the-Air) testing and antenna measurements.
• Understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory requirements and quality systems.

Working Environment / Physical Requirements

• Travel is generally limited to the local area; however, a valid driver’s license is required for occasional travel.
• Physical activities may include occasional walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Regular activities include sitting, speaking, hearing, and operating technical equipment.
• Frequent communication via phone, email, and collaboration tools is expected.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Work environment noise level is moderate and consistent with laboratory settings.