Senior Engineer, RF
Core
Design, simulate, prototype, and optimize Near Field Communication (NFC) coils and radio subsystems for high-volume consumer toys and the LEGO SMART Play system.
Role type
Senior RF Hardware Engineer
Builds
NFC tag systems and radio subsystems for LEGO SMART Play™ hardware
Domain
Consumer toys / Hardware Engineering / Electromagnetics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF and electromagnetic systems design, circuit design, NFC protocol implementation, hardware characterization, regulatory compliance (FCC, CE, IC), simulation (COMSOL, QSPICE), lab equipment operation (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, anechoic chambers)
Preferred skills
Experience with high-volume, cost-sensitive consumer applications, cross-functional collaboration with mechanical and embedded teams
Technologies
COMSOL, QSPICE, vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, current probes, anechoic chambers
Responsibilities
Define requirements and design radio/electromagnetic subsystems for mechatronic toys; Simulate and optimize NFC coil topologies, materials, and dimensions; Develop and execute test plans for design verification and regulatory compliance; Collaborate globally with hardware, mechanical, and embedded engineering teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC