(Automotive) Antenna Design Engineer

An Antenna RF designer is being hired in our Detroit, Michigan s division within our Automotive product line. You will be responsible for new technology and solution development for automotive antennas and related products. Our highly technical needs will include the design and develop specific antennas for automotive applications in infotainment, telematics, and related communications protocols.

• You will explore cutting-edge antenna / microwave technologies and track and monitor industry design trends
  
• To develop innovative solutions with challenging technical and product requirements
  
• To cooperate with other internal functions to ensure your design can be implemented in leading /cutting edge products successfully
  
• To draft technical specifications, design guidelines and related documents for new solutions.
  
• Some travel will be required, including occasional international travel to Europe and Asia. Approximately 10% to 15% of total work time may be dedicated to business travel to meet with customers and provide technical support for customer design activities
  

Requirements

• The ideal applicant holds a bachelor s degree in a relevant field such as Electrical Engineering, though an advanced degree in electromagnetics is highly preferred.
  
• 5 years or more of experience in automotive RF with at least 3 years experience in antenna design is ideal
  
• You must be legally able to work for any employer, and reside in the continental USA to be considered
  

• We are looking for a recognized professional with Experience in antenna technologies and applications specific to the automotive industry. (Antenna designers within other industries will also be considered)
  
• Must have deep understanding of electromagnetic theory, microwave, and antenna design with some proficiency / hands-on skills with FEKO antenna simulation tool (or related tools such as Ansys HFSS, CST or MWS)
  
• Significant knowledge of AM/FM, SDARS, GNSS, RKE, 4G/5G LTE, 802.11, Bluetooth, DSRC, and C-V2X, including the corresponding system level specifications.
  
• Experience of tackling key technical problems or innovative designs independently.
  
• Proactive and self-motivated. Curiosity and sensitivity for science, technology and engineering are essential.
  
• Good team spirit and communication skills.
  
• This position will require a variety of skills and cover many varied tasks; therefore flexibility, an ability to work independently, and move outside the comfort zone will be essential to success.
  
• Fluency in both written and verbal English.
  

Benefits

Come work for a global leader in design of electronic Radio Frequency equipment in Southeastern Michigan where the cost of living is low, and the quality of life is extremely good. Michigan has more beachfront and recreational activities that most states in the country.

We take good care of our employees, offer great benefits and significant growth potential