Job Specification: RF Laboratory Engineer (Freelance)

Work Location: Hamburg, Germany (DE-HBG04)

Job Title: Research & Development – Enablement – Laboratory Engineer III

Role Type: Freelancer (On-site: 3 days/week)

Candidate Location: Hamburg, Germany

Role Overview

We are seeking a Multidisciplinary RF Lab Engineer to support development, validation, and automation activities within a newly established high-frequency technology laboratory. The lab serves as a competence center for system-level RF validation in the sub-THz spectrum (≥ 100 GHz), contributing to next-generation innovations including automotive radar, robotics, and 6G communications.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and automation of RF and communications test solutions.
• Design, build, and maintain mechanical prototypes and fixtures for RF test setups.
• Execute RF measurements and perform validation tasks with a strong understanding of high-frequency principles.
• Develop and integrate RF and mechanical systems for automated test execution and improved lab workflows.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with robotics (e.g., collaborative robots, motion control systems).
• Strong mechanical design and prototyping skills (CAD, 3D printing, machining).
• Solid knowledge of RF measurement techniques and equipment (e.g., VNAs, spectrum analyzers).
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting languages; experience with automation frameworks is an advantage.