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SPECTRA TECH, Inc.

Design Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

... test/commissioning. • Develop and maintain engineering drawings, bills of materials, and ... RF/mechanical interfaces, instrumentation, and controls interfaces). • Plan, execute, and ...

SPECTRA TECH INC

Design Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

... RF/mechanical interfaces, instrumentation, and controls interfaces ... Plan, execute, and document tests to verify component/system performance and resolve technical ...

EOTECH

Electronics Design Engineer

Clarksville, TN · Hybrid

... RF sections. You will collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to develop ... Build and test prototypes on breadboards. * Work with Product/Marketing to finalize specs, review ...

idexcel

Senior Systems Engineer

Knoxville, TN

$99K - $136K/yr

... RF systems, and data handling. The ideal candidate will have an electrical engineering education ... Develop industrial test and HMI applications in LabVIEW following defined software development ...

Oracle

Principal Security Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Develop repeatable deployment architectures, configuration standards, test procedures, runbooks ... Familiarity with wireless site surveys, spectrum analysis, RF design, sensor-placement methodology ...

Lineage Logistics Holding, LLC

Collaborate with WMS QA team to reproduce issues in test environments and trace through application ... RF disconnects). * Improve observability by suggesting/implement better logging practices and ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Rf Test Engineer vs RF Test Technician?

AspectFreelance Rf Test EngineerRF Test Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in RF testingTechnical diploma or associate degree, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often remote or client sitesLaboratory or manufacturing facilities, on-site testing
Industry UsageDesign firms, consulting, freelance projectsManufacturers, testing labs, production lines

Freelance Rf Test Engineers typically hold engineering degrees and work independently on RF testing projects, often remotely or at client sites. RF Test Technicians usually have technical diplomas and work within labs or production environments. Both roles focus on RF testing but differ in credentials, work setting, and employment structure.

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Radio Frequency (RF) System Test Engineer

Fusion Energy Base

Oak Ridge, TN • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

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Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Overview

Requisition Id 16716. We are seeking a radiofrequency (RF) System Test Engineer who will focus on supporting the assembly, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of the RF electrical systems for fusion technology prototype devices and applications. Projects of specific interest include the Material Plasma Exposure eXperiment (MPEX) and the U.S. ITER project, supported by the U.S. DOE Office of Science Fusion Energy Sciences (FES). This position resides in the Fusion Energy Directorate (FED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Major Duties / Responsibilities
  • Monitor and maintain specialized components and systems during and after commissioning.
  • Participate in installation, testing, and commissioning of RF electrical test systems.
  • Assemble, test, certify, and document the RF test configurations, assemblies, and components.
  • Set up, operate, and calibrate various RF test equipment and apparatus.
  • Calibrate and ensure the integrity of electrical equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), and procedures.
  • Support development of procedures and documentation related to the design, one‑line diagram fabrication, testing, and operation of electrical, mechanical, and vacuum systems and their components; assist in documenting records for assembly, testing, and qualification.
  • Use computers to collect, record, and analyze data for accepting, operating, and maintaining the electrical systems.
  • Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of laboratory values, safety, and ethics.
Basic Qualifications
  • BS degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field.
  • 5 or more years of experience with complex electronics or industrial electric systems.
  • Familiar or knowledgeable with electrical systems, components, instrumentation, and associated test equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with office automation tools (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn new skills as needed to perform the job effectively.
  • Motivated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
  • Understanding of electrical schematics and system architecture to analyze and improve test coverage at the system level.
  • Familiarity with electrical safety procedures and PPE used in testing and troubleshooting of electrical equipment.
  • Experience with design and execution of electrical hardware testing, including ground resistance and complex functional testing.
  • Strong familiarity with operation of equipment and components at voltages greater than 480 V.
  • Experience with radio frequency equipment and components with frequencies from 1 MHz to 100 GHz and power levels approaching 500 kW.
  • Familiarity with fusion relevant electron heating and ion cyclotron heating sources.
Special Requirements

Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre‑hire physical will be required after offer. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD‑12 PIV badge.

Benefits
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Contributory Pension Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Benefits
  • Generous Vacation and Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Educational Assistance
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Discounts
Equal Opportunity Employment

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT‑Battelle is an E‑Verify employer.

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