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Senior Engineer, RF

Boston, MA · On-site

$113K - $169K/yr

Play your part in our team succeeding The Senior RF Engineer is a key individual contributor within ... Hands-on proficiency in designing, simulating, characterizing, and tuning NFC coil designs in ...

Senior Engineer, RF

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$113K - $169K/yr

Play your part in our team succeeding The Senior RF Engineer is a key individual contributor within ... Hands-on proficiency in designing, simulating, characterizing, and tuning NFC coil designs in ...

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This role focuses on high-current, high-Q magnetic design rather than traditional RF antenna ... Responsibilities include high-Q coil development, magnetic modeling, parasitic and thermal analysis ...

Lead Electrical Engineer

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$160K - $167K/yr

... RF) circuits, high-fidelity analog-to-digital/digital-to-analog converters (ADCs/DACs), phase ... transmit/receive coil design, power, cooling) to manage interactions. * Lead technical ...

Lead Electrical Engineer

Waukesha, WI · Hybrid

$160K - $167K/yr

... RF) circuits, highfidelity analogtodigital/digitaltoanalog converters (ADCs/DACs), phaselocked ... transmit/receive coil design, power, cooling) to manage interactions. * Lead technical ...

Ensure these systems integrate seamlessly into the spatial constraints of our planar coil ... D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. * 10+ years of experience in RF ...

Heating Systems Lead

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$150K - $240K/yr

Ensure these systems integrate seamlessly into the spatial constraints of our planar coil ... D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. * 10+ years of experience in RF ...

Material Handler (Swing)

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $24.75/hr

We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed ... Operate an RF Smart scanner. * Must be able to work independently and with team. * Must be able to ...

We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed ... Operate an RF Smart scanner. * Must be able to work independently and with team. * Must be able to ...

Material Handler (Swing)

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $24.75/hr

We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed ... Operate an RF Smart scanner. * Must be able to work independently and with team. * Must be able to ...

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How much do rf coil engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for rf coil engineer in the United States is $117,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are RF Coil Engineers?

RF Coil Engineers are specialized professionals who design, develop, and test radiofrequency (RF) coils for use in devices such as MRI machines and other imaging technologies. They work on optimizing coil performance to improve image quality and ensure patient safety. Their role often involves collaborating with scientists, clinicians, and other engineers to create innovative solutions in medical imaging. Knowledge of electromagnetics, circuitry, and signal processing is essential for success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RF Coil Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RF Coil Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, electromagnetics, and experience with RF circuit design, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with simulation tools like HFSS or CST, PCB layout software, and testing equipment such as network analyzers is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help an engineer excel in designing and troubleshooting complex RF systems. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring optimal coil performance, innovation, and reliable results in research or commercial applications.

What are some common challenges faced by RF Coil Engineers when designing coils for MRI systems?

RF Coil Engineers often encounter challenges related to balancing signal-to-noise ratio, patient comfort, and safety requirements. Designing coils that provide uniform signal coverage while minimizing electromagnetic interference can be complex, especially as MRI technology advances. Additionally, RF Coil Engineers work closely with multidisciplinary teams, such as physicists and clinicians, to ensure the final design meets both technical and clinical needs. Staying updated with the latest materials and simulation tools is also crucial for overcoming design limitations.

What is the difference between Rf Coil Engineer vs RF Circuit Designer?

AspectRf Coil EngineerRF Circuit Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, knowledge of RF componentsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, focus on RF circuit design
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, design firmsDesign firms, electronics companies, R&D labs
Industry UsageWireless communication, medical devices, radar systemsWireless devices, communication systems, RF modules

Rf Coil Engineers focus on designing and testing RF coils used in various applications, while RF Circuit Designers develop complete RF circuits and systems. Both roles require similar credentials and often work in overlapping industries, but their specific responsibilities differ, with coil engineers specializing in coil components and circuit designers handling entire RF circuitry.

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Infographic showing various Rf Coil Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 86% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,680 per year, or $56.6 per hour.
Senior Engineer, RF

Senior Engineer, RF

Lego

Boston, MA • On-site

$113K - $169K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 17 days ago


LEGO Group rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 728 rated retailers


Job description

Job Description
Are you ready to build the next generation of Play?
Join the Creative Play Lab and invent ground-breaking new play opportunities and never-seen-before creative experiences for LEGO® fans of today and tomorrow! As a senior individual contributor in our Hardware Engineering group, you'll be operating on a global scale in a newly developed team within the Play Engineering organization in Product Innovation and Design at the LEGO Group in Boston!
Core Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a senior Individual Contributor in requirements definition, design, verification, characterization, tuning, and certification of radio and electromagnetic subsystems in complex mechatronic toys that enable great play experiences.
  • Design, simulate (COMSOL, QSPICE), prototype, characterize, and optimize Near Field Communication (NFC) coils with various topologies, materials, dimensions
  • Develop and run comprehensive test plans for design verification, using equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, anechoic chambers, and protocol-specific analyzers.
  • Ensure products meet global radio, EMC, and immunity regulatory requirements (FCC, CE, IC, JRL, CCC, etc) by implementing mitigation techniques, running pre-compliance tests, and supporting final regulatory compliance efforts
  • Work in tight collaboration with other Hardware Team members (e.g. Mechanical, Embedded Engineering, and others) from Boston, Denmark, and Singapore to support our capability growth efforts.

Play your part in our team succeeding
The Senior RF Engineer is a key individual contributor within the Electronics Engineering function of our Hardware and Embedded Systems team, operating globally in the Creative Play Lab.
You will be a subject-matter expert in near-field electromagnetic technologies, partnering with design, manufacturing, and suppliers to create NFC tag systems that are performant, cost-effective, manufacturable, and reliable at high volumes.
You will work directly with the new amazing LEGO SMART Play™ system, enabling the SMART Brick to sense and respond to SMART Tags and SMART Minifigures.
More information about LEGO SMART Play™ can be found here : https://www.lego.com/en-us/smart-play
Do you have what it takes?
  • A builder with passion for creatively using technology as a vehicle to deliver truly exciting play experiences to children around the world.
  • Experience in RF, electromagnetic systems, and circuit design roles that involve creating specifications, simulating, designing and characterizing hardware, performing validation, and supporting regulatory certification in high volume, cost-sensitive consumer applications.
  • Practical experience in implementing hardware for Near Field Communication (NFC) tags and readers and exposure to the underlying communication protocol
  • Hands-on proficiency in designing, simulating, characterizing, and tuning NFC coil designs in varied topologies, form factors, and materials for performance (range, efficiency, Q, etc), cost, and regulatory compliance
  • Proficiency with lab equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, current probes, oscilloscopes, anechoic chambers, and protocol-specific testers.
  • Strong organizational and written/verbal communications skills on global engineering efforts involving both internal and 3rd party partner companies.
  • Ability to travel as necessary, roughly 15-30 days per year

Location
This position can be based at our LEGO office at Boylston St, Back Bay, Boston or at the Global Headquarters in Billund, Denmark. Candidates are eligible to apply for the roles at either location.
Hybrid working model
Our workplace enables our LEGO® colleagues to be and do their best at work. Introducing a flexible way of working is a great example of how we live up to our ambition. This 3 day in the office hybrid model will exemplify our People Promise by embracing the different life situations of our colleagues.
Build your career brick by brick at the LEGO Group
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Compensation
The salary for this position has a range of $113,015.00 - $169,523.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
What's in it for you?
Here are some of what to expect:
Family Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances - All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellbeing - We want you to be your best self, so you'll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
Colleague Discount - We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
Your workplace - When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.
We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.
We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to "inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow."
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children's Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children's Rights.
We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.
Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.
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