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ASSA ABLOY Group · 2 days ago

Radio Frequency Design Engineer

Berlin, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

ASSA ABLOY Group is dedicated to making secure access easier for users. They are seeking a Radio Frequency Design Engineer to join their Access Egress Hardware Team, responsible for designing and developing innovative access control products while collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

BiometricsConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsFurnitureHomeland SecurityManufacturingPublic SafetySecurityService IndustrySmart Home

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a diverse and dynamic team to design and develop innovative access control products

Participate in Pre-Product Innovation (PPI), New Product Innovation (NPI), and Continuous Product Innovation (CPI) development cycles

Contribute to concept development, planning, design, and execution stages of major new products or product enhancements

Translate Product Requirements into clear and actionable hardware specifications

Conduct Risk Assessments such as Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential design issues

Design schematics and Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) using ECAD tools (e.g., Altium)

Conduct peer reviews of product designs, ensuring compliance with best practices and standards

Collaborate with Test and Manufacturing teams to ensure testability and manufacturability

Prototype and test concept designs and early engineering builds

Perform Design Verification Testing (DVT), analyze results, and generate reports

Conduct Product Validation and usability testing to confirm performance under real-world conditions

Perform basic repairs, modifications, and rework of PCBs when necessary

Utilize Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, and other RF measurement tools to characterize and troubleshoot wireless communication subsystems

Ensure designs meet regulatory standards (FCC, CE, etc.) and maintain compliance throughout the product lifecycle

Optimize antenna design, placement, and performance for reliable low-power wireless solutions

Oversee Pilot Production and review first articles for design integrity

Investigate field return issues, perform root-cause analyses, and implement design changes or component replacements for End-of-Life (EOL) parts

Coordinate project tasks using Scaled Agile (SAFe) principles, ensuring efficient workflows and continuous process improvements

Manage day-to-day tasks, timelines, and deliverables to ensure project milestones are met

Coordinate with cross-functional teams—including software/firmware, program management, and external vendors—to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Qualification

RF designSpectrum analysisHardware designECAD toolsWireless technologiesProject managementCommunication skillsTeam collaborationDetail-orientedSelf-driven

Required

Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering or equivalent; advanced degree or additional certifications are a plus

Proven professional experience in hardware design, demonstrable product ownership and ideally with a focus on RF and wireless technologies

Strong background in analog, digital, and embedded hardware design

Hands-on experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, function generators, DVMs, and protocol/logic analyzers

Proficiency with Electronic Computer Aided Design (ECAD) tools (e.g., Altium) for schematic capture and PCB layout

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to present technical concepts clearly

Effective team player capable of interfacing with individuals across multiple disciplines—hardware, firmware/software, mechanical, program management, production, and vendors

Self-driven and highly motivated; able to set personal goals and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented, organized, and conscientious, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preferred

Familiarity with low-power (battery) designs and wireless communication technologies (e.g., BLE, Wi-Fi, Zigbee) is a significant plus

Benefits

Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.

Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k.

Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.

Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more!

Company

ASSA ABLOY Group

Glassdoor3.7

ASSA ABLOY Group is a door opening solutions, dedicated to satisfying end-user needs for security, safety, and convenience. It is a sub-organization of ASSA ABLOY Group.

Founded in 1994

Stockholm, Stockholms Lan, SWE

10001+ employees

http://www.assaabloy.com/en/com

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