Graduate RF Engineer, Telecommunications (2027 start)
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£52,000
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SOC 2124 (73% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £52,000, and CAMBRIDGE BUSINESS CONSULTANTS LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2123 (Electrical engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2124 Electronics engineers Most likely code | £36,400 | £41,600 | £46,800 | £52,000 |
2123 Electrical engineers Also possible | £41,100 | £47,000 | £52,900 | £58,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Introduction
The RF Systems Group is responsible for delivering designs that range from small RF sub-modules through to complete wireless systems. The collaborative group works alongside other disciplines to deliver these services to clients and are therefore fortunate to work closely with a wide range of groups across the company.
Cambridge Consultants has deep expertise in wireless communication technologies, with one of the largest independent wireless development teams in the world. We work across the entire wireless landscape - from high-volume consumer applications such as portable internet-based devices, through to professional high-performance systems such as the air traffic control radios used to govern the US airspace. The markets that we address include telecommunications, healthcare, industrial, satellite, consumer and automotive. This breadth of wireless activity provides tremendous variety to our team.
Successful candidates can join us between May-October 2027.
There is no deadline for this role, as we recruit on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled, we will close the advert. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
What we can offer
As an RF Engineer, with support from your mentors and peers, you will participate in the development of new ground-breaking wireless products, from initial concept through to product specification and verification. The role involves contributing to RF systems design, board-level RF circuit design and design validation of our clients’ products.
You will have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking wireless designs, for example:
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Component selection, board level RF circuit design and laboratory-based design validation
- Prepare RF systems specifications for wireless systems, under supervision
- Use simulation tools such as HFSS, Microwave Office, CST and MATLAB to develop PCB and antenna design solutions
- Participate in the regulatory approval and/or field based design validation of our clients’ products
- Where appropriate, create novel design solutions that will be of particular interest to our clients
- As required, present designs, results and conclusions and produce high quality documentation for clients
- Work as part of a close-knit, multi-disciplinary project team focused on delivering design solutions to our clients
As a graduate you will be supported with specific training and mentoring and as your experience develops, you will have the opportunity take on further responsibilities.
What you can bring
- A good degree in a relevant field such as Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline.
- Experience gained through university, work, or personal projects in at least three of the following areas — and enthusiasm to learn about the others:
- Electronics hardware design
- Radio frequency and Microwave/mmWave systems design
- RF/Microwave component design
- Use of RF test and measurement equipment for component and systems verification - Antenna design and measurement - Wireless communications network link budget and propagation analysis
In addition, experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous (though not essential):
- Programming in Python for test automation
- Signal processing
By submitting an application to Cambridge Consultants, you confirm that the information provided in this application, together with any supporting documentation, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that any false statement, misleading information, or material omission may render you liable to disqualification from the recruitment process, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or dismissal without notice if discovered following appointment. You acknowledge that the organisation reserves the right to verify the information supplied.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electronics engineers (SOC 2124) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~17k in sample- Middle half £41,080–63,180
- Median £48,672
- Going rate £52,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,400–46,800
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Not necessarily. CAMBRIDGE BUSINESS CONSULTANTS LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2124 going rate of £52,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.