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Radio Frequency Engineer

Trimble


Job Location:

Sunnyvale, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 76700 - 105500
Posted: 2 September 2026 (3 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hardware Design Engineer - GNSS RF and Digital Validation
Are you a passionate hardware engineer ready to build cutting-edge positioning solutions that connect the physical and digital worlds Join a dynamic cross-functional team where you will design validate and bring next-generation GNSS products to life in a hands-on highly collaborative environment.
What Makes This Role Great:
In this role you will work directly at the intersection of RF digital and mechanical engineering gaining hands-on exposure across multiple disciplines while taking ownership of test automation and hardware validation for high-impact GNSS products.
Key Exciting Responsibilities:
Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to support RF design and characterize critical hardware components.
Design and verify custom PCB boards and specialized test fixture assemblies.
Spearhead automated design engineering validation tests using Python to optimize testing workflows.
Execute end-to-end EVT DVT PVT and RMA test procedures across multiple active product lines.
Organize analyze and present key validation results to drive continuous product performance improvements.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on RF Analog or Communications preferred.
1 years of experience with RF engineering (academic projects and internships count).
Hands-on experience operating RF instruments such as VNAs Spectrum Analyzers Signal Generators and general lab equipment.
Proficiency using Python or similar languages for test automation and data analysis.
Solid foundation in circuit theory and key RF metrics like gain noise figure intermodulation and S-parameters.
Strong practical skills working under a microscope including manual surface mount soldering (0402 and 0201 parts).
Bonus Points For:
Experience with Cadence CIS Schematic Capture and Allegro PCB Design.
Familiarity with schematic layout and PCB design techniques.
Strong self-starter mindset with excellent collaborative communication skills.
Logistics:
Location: Open to local candidates (City/State dependent on hiring team location)
Travel Requirement: 0-10%
Why Youll Love Working With Us:
At Trimble were not just a company that does goodwe are a team dedicated to making a tangible positive Real-World Impact.
We build innovative solutions designed to solve the worlds most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs our work tangibly improves how people live build move and grow.
  • Youll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means youll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster safer and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste.
  • Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a hidden gem. You will work with a collaborative supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. Were a company of visionary pragmatists who think boldly and build things that work.
  • Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. Youll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often self-authored empowering proactive doers.

Hardware Design Engineer RF Engineer GNSS PCB Design Test Automation Python Circuit Theory Signal Generator Spectrum Analyzer Electrical Engineering

Compensation: Trimble provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full time schedule. Trimble reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicants sex or other status protected by local state or federal law.

Hiring Range

$76700.00$105500.00

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Bonus Eligible

No

Commission Eligible

No


Benefits: Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical Dental Vision Life Disability Time off plans and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. If this position is identified above as commission- or bonus-eligible the terms of the commission plan or discretionary bonus plan for which you are eligible will be provided following the employee start date.


How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the Apply Now button located in this posting.


Application Deadline: Trimble accepts applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

At Trimble we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core valuesBelong Innovate and Growwe embrace and celebrate differences knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race color gender identity sexual orientation religion disability veteran status or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more please see Trimbles Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at under Corporate Governance.

Our mission to transform the way the world works starts with transforming how we work together. By actively listening asking questions and taking intentional actions we cultivate a culture that provides equitable opportunities for everyone to contribute and grow.

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