Nokia

HW Engineer, PA

Nokia • $110K — $130K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of RF/microwave design, particularly in power amplifiers.
  • Extensive expertise with high power GaN devices and Doherty Power Amplifiers.
  • Experience with CAD design tools, specifically Mentor Expedition or ADS layout.
  • Proficient in RF/Microwave simulation tools including ADS, ANSYS, and HFSS.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Hands-on experience in testing and optimizing high power RF amplifiers.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RF/microwave circuits and power amplifiers from concept to production.
  • Define and specify RF components along with their technical requirements.
  • Implement various RF amplifier classes, architectures, and matching networks.
  • Test and troubleshoot RF components and amplifiers to ensure specifications are met.
  • Perform simulations and analysis with tools like ADS and HFSS for design validation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software and mechanical engineers, for system integration.
  • Travel for up to 10% of the time for business needs.

Benefits

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Disability insurance (short-term and long-term)
  • Company-paid life insurance (2x base pay)
  • Paid time off for holidays and vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program for work-life balance support
Full Job Description
Job Description

Design and develop RF/microwave circuits and power amplifiers from concept to final production:
  • RF component definition and specification
  • Implementation of different RF amplifier classes and architectures, matching networks, and other design techniques.
  • Test and troubleshoot RF components and amplifiers, ensuring compliance with specifications.
  • Perform simulations and analysis using simulation tools such as ADS, ANSYS, Microwave Office, and HFSS.
  • Interact and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, software and mechanical engineers, and manufacturing operations for the successful integration of power amplifiers on final RF radios.

Travel: up to 10%, domestic and international

Qualifications

You have:
  • BS in Electrical Engineering.
  • Excellent theoretical and practical understanding of RF/microwave design with focus on power amplifier design: knowledge of amplifier classes, matching networks, power amplifier architectures, and design techniques.
  • Extensive knowledge of high power GaN device technology and Doherty Power Amplifiers
  • Knowledge/Experience with CAD tools like Mentor Expedition or ADS layout.
  • Knowledge/Experience with RF/Microwave simulation tools - ADS, ANSYS, HFSS, and Microwave office.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Hands-on experience testing and optimizing high power RF amplifiers in a laboratory environment
  • Experience working with Nokia radio products
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite - primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


It would be nice if you also had:
  • Previous industrial experience preferred
  • MS in Electrical Engineering
  • Previous Nokia PA design experience.
  • Basic knowledge of digital pre-distortion principles
    Proven track record - previous involvement in successful product development programs is a definite plus


Personal Attributes:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Technical leadership potential is a plus
  • Mentorship skills working with both junior and senior level RF power amplifier designers
  • Good planner and organizer.
  • Adept Problem Solver
  • Ability to travel internationally on short notice, if needed


About the Team

Some of our benefits in US:

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program


The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Learn more about Nokia
Size
87,927 employees
Market Cap
$25.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.5 billion
Founded
1865
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$21.8 billion
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