Graduate Electronics Engineer - RF (2026 start)

Introduction

We’re

looking for

RF &

Electronics graduates

who want to work on real product developments across a range of industries and technologies

with a

focus on RF .

You’ll

need to be willing to face a challenge and work with a range of different technologies across a variety of tasks. In return we can offer the chance to tackle some of the

most

exciting

engineering problems around.

Overview

Cambridge Consultants undertakes over 300 technology,

design and consulting projects every year. You will have the opportunity to work across the broad range of markets, from Consumer Devices to Industrial Systems, Aerospace, Telecoms and Defence and National Security. We mentor our graduates to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility.

We’re

much more interested in the engineer you can become than the one you are now, and we provide structured mentoring and hands - on support to help you grow into a confident

engineer . We need people who are enthusiastic about learning, keen to pick up new skills, and can show evidence of a rigorous approach to solving real-world problems. An ability to learn and a determination to grow are more important than the knowledge you already have.

Your responsibilities

Wit h

support and guidance from your peers, you will work as part of our technical team on client assignments in multi-disciplinary projects for a wide range of markets. You may work on one or more projects at a time, in a variety of different disciplines and roles , including

RF design, simulation, testing, and measurement .

You will have the chance to interact directly with clients at all phases of projects, from requirements capture and progress updates through delivery to final handover. You will collaborate closely with software, RF, signal processing, mechanical and AI engineers

You will also have access to our extensive in-house facilities. Should you attend a face-to-face interview,

we’ll

provide a tour of our labs which support hardware development engineering during your visit. These include:

Prototype PCB manufacturing facilities, including SMT pick-and-place, vapour-phase reflow and x-ray inspection

EMC emissions test facility

5GHz 360° antenna test facility

What you'll

be doing

Cambridge Consultants works on a wide range of product and system developments for a broad range of clients. We will give you the time, support and opportunities needed to apply your skills confidently and build a reputation as a reliable member of the team .

Your tasks may include:

Field experiments to

validate

concepts

PCB level RF circuit design and laboratory-based design validation

of

technology such as:

RF filters

Power amplifiers

Oscillators

Development of system models

Antenna modelling using our sophisticated design tools

As required, present designs,

results

and conclusions

Work as part of a close-knit, multi-disciplinary project team focused on delivering design solutions to our clients

Some interesting

RF and

electronics challenges that

we’ve

previously solved include:

Collaborating with LEGO

to develop

LEGO® SMART Play™

Prototyping large airborne antennas for global 5G coverage.

Creating secure satellite communication systems.

Overcoming smart meter challenges for the last 5% by developing a custom ZigBee to Long-Range Radio Bridge

Developing a novel air-interface and bespoke communication systems for the Ocado Smart Platform controlling hundreds of robots in grocery distribution centres

Next-generation Explosive Ordnance Disposal for the British Army

What you can bring

We are looking for someone currently studying towards , or recently graduated from,

a MEng degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, on track to achieve

or having achieved

a 2.1 or above.

We also welcome applications from recent graduates with industrial experience.

You will also have:

A solid foundation in electronic principles with an RF leaning.

Familiarity with RF test equipment (such as spectrum analysers and network analysers).

While not essential requirements, we would also be

very interested

if you have experience with any of the following:

Knowledge of RF simulation tools

E xperience in electronics design and schematic capture

An understanding of RF measurements and lab-based debugging

A motivated and detail-oriented engineer who is confident working in a hands-on laboratory environment will thrive in this role.

Please ensure your CV includes your A Level (or equivalent) subjects and grades, as well as any relevant university modules.

Along with your CV, please describe why you are attracted to this position, what you feel you offer Cambridge Consultants, and any achievements that you are particularly proud of. We are especially interested to hear about any engineering projects you have done, for a hobby, for work or for university.

Some projects at Cambridge Consultants are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to obtain a Security Check level security clearance (

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/united-kingdom-security-vetting-applicant

). You must be able to work in the UK without restrictions

in accordance with

UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake

an appropriate level

of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

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