Octagon Group
Senior RF & Microwave Design Engineer
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in RF, Microwave, or Communications Engineering with strong experience in circuit and system design. Proficiency with industry-standard tools like ADS and CST, along with a hands-on approach to problem-solving, is required.
Job Description
Senior RF & Microwave Design Engineer
📍 County Durham, United Kingdom (On-site)
💰 Up to £80,000 + benefits
🌍 Visa sponsorship available
A leading RF and microwave technology business is seeking a Senior RF / mmWave Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team in County Durham. This is a hands-on role working across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production, supporting advanced telecommunications and defence applications.
The Role
You’ll take ownership of RF & microwave design activities, delivering high-performance circuits and systems while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop RF/mmWave circuits, modules, and systems
- Work across transmission lines, filters, couplers, and synthesiser/multiplier design
- Perform simulation and modelling using tools such as ADS, CST, EMPro, or Microwave Office
- Conduct system line-up, tolerance, and yield analysis
- Support PCB layout and electromechanical integration
- Lead verification, validation, and design documentation for production release
- Troubleshoot and support product introduction and manufacturing
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in RF, Microwave, or Communications Engineering (or similar)
- Strong experience in RF/microwave circuit and system design
- Proven use of industry-standard RF design tools (ADS, CST, EMPro, etc.)
- Experience with transceiver design and high-frequency PCB development
- A hands-on mindset with strong problem-solving capability
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business working on cutting-edge RF and mmWave technology, with clear progression and exposure to complex, real-world applications.
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About Octagon Group
Octagon Group – Shaping the Future of Tech & Engineering... one person at a time. Octagon Group is a specialist recruitment partner for companies at the forefront of R&D, innovation, and advanced engineering. We work with pioneering organisations developing next-generation electronics, embedded systems, and complex technology solutions across industries such as aerospace, medical devices, telecommunications, automotive, and industrial tech. We connect technical teams with the brightest minds in engineering - from electronics and software to manufacturing and leadership. Whether you’re scaling up a new product, building a critical team, or growing at pace, we deliver recruitment solutions that are precise, flexible, and aligned to your goals. We offer permanent and contract recruitment, executive search, headhunt campaigns, and embedded RPO models. If you're designing, developing, or engineering the future—we want to be part of that journey. For more information, and to discuss Octagon Groups recruitment solutions, please contact us on +44 (0) 1525 306225 or email info@octagonGroup.co.uk . Visit http://www.OctagonGroup.co.uk to find out more.