Jr. RF HW Engineer

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Sponsorship or relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. All qualified candidates must be U.S. citizens or green card holders***

Our Business Group is a leader in wireless mobility networks and associated services. With more than 3,500 patent families essential for 5G we have a strong 5G portfolio and are a front‑runner in open and virtualized radio access networks (O‑RAN and vRAN).

MN RAN You will join the RAN Business Unit and will enjoy our culture of innovation, openness, discipline, simplicity, accountability, and profit mindset. Your future teams are developing Nokia 3

GPP mainstream radio technology products and solutions, including cross‑technology responsibility (Multi Radio Access Technology).

• Design, simulate, test, and document RF circuits as part of a larger TRX design team. Design responsibilities could be in any of the following areas:
  Transmitters, Receivers, Power Amplifiers, RF Synthesizers, Antennas, or Power supplies, and potentially work on developing signal‑processing algorithms and digital pre‑distortion. Opportunities to grow into roles with increased responsibility, such as unit integrator and chief engineer, as competencies and experience develop.
• Daily tasks could include circuit simulation, design, prototyping, and testing.
• Candidates must also be adept at technical writing and documentation tasks.
• Candidates will also be required to support related project RF design activities by participating in design reviews and technical information exchange sessions.
• Candidates may be required to work in close cooperation with subcontractors for related product development. Support other design engineers and specialists for design work.

You have

• MS + 0 years in Electrical Engineering or Physics with coursework in RF or Microwave technology preferred. A BSEE, plus 2 years of applicable internship experience, is also acceptable.
• Knowledge of RF Circuit Design and Signal processing techniques from applicable coursework or job experience is a major plus. This includes a good theoretical and practical understanding of basic RF Engineering and general principles, including digital modulation and demodulation. Basic knowledge of performance specifications and test methodology.
• Experience with common RF simulation and electromagnetic simulation tools is a plus (HP ADS, CST, HFSS), and experience with analytical simulation/analysis tools such as MATLAB and Python would be helpful.
• Positive attitude, and experience working in a team environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to plan and organize tasks.
• Technical leadership potential is a plus.
• Adept Problem Solver
• Ability to travel internationally at short notice if needed (travel overall expected to be less than 10% of the time).

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Join Mobile Networks (MN) and help us become the trusted partner of choice for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), as well as for non‑CSP entities in sectors like utilities, transportation, public services, and defense. Your work will contribute to delivering unbeatable customer experiences in wireless connectivity.

In MN RAN R&D Unit we focus on the research and development of Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies for mobile networks. This includes developing and improving technologies like 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G and 6G, as well as future wireless standards. With global experts and diverse career paths, you’ll grow your skills, lead breakthrough projects, and shape the future of wireless technology.

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