About the Company
Whether it’s industrial embedded computing, custom lithium battery packs, secure communication systems, antennas, or imaging technology we design, manufacture and supply it. From the ocean floor to the edge of space, Steatite innovation is making sure that vital technology operates consistently, reliably, and above all safely, around the clock. Our products can be found gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths at the ocean floor, transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, processing colossal amounts of traffic data, and enabling secure ticket sales on board a train. From the first day of your employment with us, you will be part of an organisation that strives to make your work rewarding and cares for your safety and wellbeing every day.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief RF Engineer, this exciting position is for an experienced Antenna Design Engineer. Working as a key member of the Engineering Team you will provide antenna design expertise to produce new antenna designs to meet customer specifications and to develop new antenna products to grow Steatite’s offering. You will be working alongside other RF, Mechanical and Electronic Engineers to assist Sales, Commercial and Production departments to develop concepts, proposals, and solutions to meet customer expectations.
Responsibilities
Work individually or in teams alongside mechanical and electronic engineers to develop new antenna designs.
Develop designs using 3D EM simulation software CST Microwave Studio.
Assist with assembly and testing of prototype designs.
Communicate with project managers, sales, procurement, commercial and production departments to ensure workflow remains on schedule.
Participate in and lead design reviews and manage engineering change notes through the product development process in line with ISO 9001 procedures.
Mentor and develop junior team members.
Create and maintain project and design documentation.
Provide management information on design developments for reporting purposes as required.
Adherence to all health, safety, environmental & quality policies and standards.
Any other duties as the business requires.
Qualifications
Engineering degree to at least Bachelors or Masters level.
Required Skills
Proven track record in Antenna design.
Experience of using CST Microwave Studio (or similar).
Familiarity with antenna radiation pattern measurements (near-field or far-field).
Experience of using VNA’s or similar antenna measurement equipment.
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is required.
Ability to work autonomously on tasks and as part of larger interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to successfully develop junior team members.
Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills.
Ability to initiate, plan and organise.
Proficient in using all Microsoft office packages.
Preferred Skills
Industrial experience or relevant academic experience in the field of antennas is desirable.
Production of antenna designs at RF, microwave or mm-wave frequencies (especially wideband topologies) would be advantageous.
Hands-on experience of antenna-based systems for defence, aerospace, or commercial applications desirable.
Pay range and compensation package
Salary Package: Competitive
Benefits: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Annual Discretionary Bonus, Salary sacrifice pension, 3-month notice period after probationary period, Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme, including:
Corporate Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance program
Wellbeing App
Discount scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
EV scheme
Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme after 12 months
Equal Opportunity Statement
Steatite is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.