Wireless Front-End Engineer (0.8-1.0 fte)
Eindhoven University of TechnologyNetherlands12 hours ago
Full-timeEngineering
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Introduction
At TU/e’s Electrical Engineering department we are setting up a team to strengthen our valorisation activities. The goal of this team is to develop our research outcomes further from typically low technology readiness levels (TRL3-4) towards market-relevant prototypes (TRL 6-8). In this way we facilitate technology transfer to industry or provide a promising starting point for university spin-offs.
Job Description
The main tasks of the wireless front-end engineer are to:
We are looking for candidates who meet the following profile:
Conditions of Employment
An Exciting Position Within An International Yet Personal University. You Are Right In The Middle Of The Students, On a Green Campus Within Walking Distance Of The Central Station. Besides Beautiful Architecture, You Will Find Varied Workplaces And Excellent Sports Facilities. We Also Offer You
About Us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.
The mission of the Department of Electrical Engineering is to acquire, share and transfer knowledge and understanding in the whole field of Electrical Engineering through education, research and valorization. We work towards a ‘Smart Sustainable Society’, a ‘Connected World’, and a healthy humanity (‘Care & Cure’). Activities share an application-oriented character, a high degree of complexity and a large synergy between multiple facets of the field.
Research is carried out into the applications of electromagnetic phenomena in all forms of energy conversion, telecommunication and electrical signal processing. Existing and new electrical components and systems are analyzed, designed and built. The Electrical Engineering department takes its inspiration from contacts with high-tech industry in the direct surrounding region and beyond.
The department is innovative and has international ambitions and partnerships. The result is a challenging and inspiring setting in which socially relevant issues are addressed.
Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Dr. Ulf Johanssen, Associate Professor, [email protected].
For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Kevin Caris, HR-Advisor, [email protected].
Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.
Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.
Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please note
At TU/e’s Electrical Engineering department we are setting up a team to strengthen our valorisation activities. The goal of this team is to develop our research outcomes further from typically low technology readiness levels (TRL3-4) towards market-relevant prototypes (TRL 6-8). In this way we facilitate technology transfer to industry or provide a promising starting point for university spin-offs.
Job Description
The main tasks of the wireless front-end engineer are to:
- design wireless front-end (sub-)systems based on COTS and prototype components to meet technical requirements
- develop test setups and perform (sub-)system tests for design verifications
We are looking for candidates who meet the following profile:
- Experience in wireless front-end (sub-)system and/or component design, MSc or PhD degree in relevant field
- Affinity to work on the interface between academia and industry as well as government
- Experience in working in different collaboration environments and development methods, like scrum/agile
- Good communication skills
- Team player who can work in a diverse team
- Willingness to step out of their comfort zone and expand their current knowledge
- Fluent in written and spoken English is required, Dutch is advantageous
- Technical Skills: RF engineering, embedded systems, network protocols, antenna design.
- Software: MATLAB, Python, C/C++, RF simulation tools (e.g., CST, ADS), protocol analyzers.
- Tools: Vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, software-defined radio
Conditions of Employment
An Exciting Position Within An International Yet Personal University. You Are Right In The Middle Of The Students, On a Green Campus Within Walking Distance Of The Central Station. Besides Beautiful Architecture, You Will Find Varied Workplaces And Excellent Sports Facilities. We Also Offer You
- A monthly salary of minimum €3,708 to maximum €6,433 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 9-11 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
- In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
- A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
- A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
- Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
- Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
- Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
- A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.
About Us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.
The mission of the Department of Electrical Engineering is to acquire, share and transfer knowledge and understanding in the whole field of Electrical Engineering through education, research and valorization. We work towards a ‘Smart Sustainable Society’, a ‘Connected World’, and a healthy humanity (‘Care & Cure’). Activities share an application-oriented character, a high degree of complexity and a large synergy between multiple facets of the field.
Research is carried out into the applications of electromagnetic phenomena in all forms of energy conversion, telecommunication and electrical signal processing. Existing and new electrical components and systems are analyzed, designed and built. The Electrical Engineering department takes its inspiration from contacts with high-tech industry in the direct surrounding region and beyond.
The department is innovative and has international ambitions and partnerships. The result is a challenging and inspiring setting in which socially relevant issues are addressed.
Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Dr. Ulf Johanssen, Associate Professor, [email protected].
For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Kevin Caris, HR-Advisor, [email protected].
Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.
Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.
Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please note
- You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
- A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
- Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team ([email protected]) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
- Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
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