Senior Microwave Engineer

Job Title : Senior Microwave Engineer
Location : San Francisco (Onsite)
Type: W2/C2C

Infotron is seeking a Senior Microwave Engineer for an innovative Environmental Services client based in San Francisco. This is a hands-on R&D role focused on advanced RF and microwave technologies supporting next-generation industrial systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced RF and microwave-based industrial systems operating across high-power frequency ranges
• Perform electromagnetic simulation, system modeling, laboratory testing, and experimental validation activities
• Optimize RF structures, resonant assemblies, and energy delivery components using industry-standard simulation platforms such as COMSOL or HFSS
• Support prototype development, execute validation procedures, analyze performance data, and implement iterative design improvements
• Ensure compliance with RF, microwave, and high-voltage safety standards and operational best practices
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering and research teams in a fast-paced R&D environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in RF/microwave engineering, applied electromagnetics, or advanced hardware R&D
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals including impedance matching, wave propagation, electromagnetic behavior, resonant structures, and material interactions
• Experience working with high-power RF/microwave systems and electromagnetic simulation tools (COMSOL, HFSS, CST, ADS, or similar)
• Hands-on experience with laboratory experimentation, prototype development, testing, and system validation
• Familiarity with RF shielding, leakage mitigation, electrical safety, and high-voltage operational environments
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
  
  

Preferred Backgrounds
Industrial microwave systems, RF power engineering, semiconductor equipment, plasma systems, aerospace/defense RF, or applied electromagnetics.

Industry

• Business Consulting and Services