Senior Applications Engineer - RF / Semiconductor

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated RF Systems and Semiconductor Test Engineer to help design, develop, validate, and deploy advanced test and measurement solutions for customers worldwide. This multifaceted role combines RF hardware design, semiconductor test engineering, customer engagement, and system deployment. You will collaborate closely with customers, alliance partners, sales teams, and cross-functional engineering organizations to deliver innovative solutions that address complex technical challenges across the semiconductor ecosystem.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Translate customer, product, and RF subsystem requirements into clear technical specifications, design constraints, acceptance criteria, and verification strategies.
• Design, simulate, model, characterize, and validate RF and microwave hardware solutions, ensuring strong correlation between simulation and measured performance.
• Evaluate emerging technologies through research, feasibility studies, prototyping, and rapid experimentation.
• Lead technical work across the product lifecycle, including concept development, validation and verification, compliance, new product introduction, and sustaining engineering activities.
• Design and develop RF subsystems including front-end architectures, local oscillators, PLLs, filters, mixers, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, switches, couplers, and related circuitry.
• Assess system-level performance involving signal conditioning paths, measurement chains, embedded interfaces, and subsystem integrations.
• Develop automated test methodologies and execute RF characterization using industry-standard instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and drive resolution through structured problem-solving techniques.
• Collaborate with digital, mechanical, software, systems, calibration, quality, test, and operations teams to achieve product and program objectives.
• Support system deployment, integration, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites worldwide.
• Partner with customers and manufacturing organizations to improve system performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support throughout project execution and operational deployment.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support customer engagements and project success.

Who You Are:

You build collaborative relationships to achieve shared objectives and create strong partnerships across functions and organizations. You approach challenges with curiosity, using data, sound judgment, and critical thinking to solve complex technical problems. You adapt quickly to new technologies, embrace learning opportunities, and apply knowledge effectively in dynamic environments. You consistently drive work to completion, take ownership of results, and communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience in a System Design Role, Application Engineering, Technical Field Sales or a Test Engineering Design Role
• Experience in RF systems, semiconductor test engineering, application engineering, system design, technical sales engineering, or related technical fields.
• Knowledge of RFIC and mixed-signal IC testing and validation.
• Experience supporting semiconductor technologies such as RF front-end modules, on-wafer testing, IPD, ADC/DAC devices, LEDs, MEMS sensors, PMICs, or similar products.
• Experience with software and system development, including test-case creation and validation methodologies.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C++, Visual Basic, Java, or similar languages.
• Experience with semiconductor test software environments such as SmarTest, IG-XL, or equivalent platforms.
• Experience with major automated test equipment platforms such as Advantest V93000, Teradyne UltraFLEX, J750, or similar systems.
• Hands-on experience using RF and electrical measurement instruments, including spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generators, vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, source measure units, and power meters.
• Understanding of measurement uncertainty, system integration concepts, grounding, shielding, and electrical test methodologies.
• Familiarity with schematic capture tools and printed circuit board design principles.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques including Cp, Cpk, and Gauge R&R.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with NI PXI platforms, LabVIEW, TestStand, or related automated test solutions.
• Advanced RF and microwave circuit design experience.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes, handlers, probers, fabrication flows, and production test environments.
• Experience publishing technical papers or presenting at industry conferences, technical symposiums, or peer-reviewed journals.
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience supporting global customers and complex engineering programs across multiple regions.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.