RF Electronic Design Engineer in Manchester

An exciting opportunity has become available to work full time on a 5-month contract to complete a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) developing an Adaptive Multiband Metamaterial Antenna Frontend for Ultra-low Power 5G/Wi-Fi 6/6E/7/HaLow Applications. Employed and supported by an academic team from the University, you will work both from home and at SmOp Cleantech's premises in Manchester.

SmOp Cleantech is an established clean technology and integrated engineering services provider, offering complete end-to-end solutions in Smart Metering, Utilities Infrastructure, Energy and Process Systems, Sustainability and Building Services Engineering.

Qualification

• Hold a minimum 2:1 BEng in Electronic Engineering, Radio Frequency Engineering or a related degree. BSc (Hons) / B.Tech. candidates would also be considered, though BEng (Hons) is preferred.
• Prior industry experience and/or higher qualification (e.g., MSc, PhD) would be beneficial.

Application requirements

• Knowledge of fundamental components of electronic circuit systems: impedance matching, rectifying circuits, signal processing etc.
• Knowledge of standard mathematical techniques for electronic engineering, signal analysis, signal propagation, signal modulation etc.
• Knowledge of RF data communication protocols (NFC/RFID, WLAN, WNAN, WWAN), Multi-radio standards/protocols; and multi-radio networks convergence characterisation.
• Experience of RF subsystems design, modelling, simulation, fabrication, integration and characterisation.
• Knowledge of RF technologies and architectures, such as multi-radio 5G/Wi-Fi6/6E/7/HaLow and antenna design topologies (e.g., multiple input multiple output); and beamforming optimisation algorithms.
• Knowledge of energy harvesting systems (Energy types; harvesting methods; energy sources; energy collecting distances; harvesting performance; power conversion efficiency; and application).
• Knowledge of computer programming languages such as C/C++/Python and Java for embedded systems integration and interfacing.

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Helen Ji at h.ji@mmu.ac.uk or Dr Sunday Ekpo at s.ekpo@mmu.ac.uk.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusivity

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support. Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups. Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.