{"data":{"id":165823,"slug":"rfmicrowave-engineer-industrial-phd-opportunity","type":"job","title":"RF\/MICROWAVE ENGINEER - Industrial PhD Opportunity","description":"Summary\nWe are looking for a driven RF\/Microwave Engineer to take a key role in the design, development, and testing of next-generation high-power microwave heating systems. The position is linked to an Industrial PhD opportunity at Uppsala University and to the Swedish Energy Agency funded EMBRACE project, in collaboration with RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. The research will focus on microwave-based electrode drying for more energy efficient and sustainable battery manufacturing, while the industrial work will cover RF system design, prototype development, measurement, control, and pilot-scale validation.\nYou will work from concept to prototype: simulating, fabricating, and characterizing RF components and subsystems, including solid-state power amplifiers, matching networks, antennas, and microwave applicators. The role combines academic research with hands-on industrial development, from early-stage concepts and laboratory validation to pilot-scale deployment.\nThe ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with hands-on laboratory experience and is motivated to pursue doctoral research in an environment that blends academic research, product development, and systems-level thinking.\n \nIndustrial PhD and EMBRACE Project Context\nThe candidate will work in an industrial environment at Percy Roc while pursuing doctoral studies at Uppsala University. The doctoral research will be connected to EMBRACE, which develops and validates microwave-based electrode drying as a route to reduce energy consumption in lithium-ion battery manufacturing while maintaining electrode quality and industrial scalability.\nWithin this framework, Percy Roc contributes microwave-system design, power electronics, and industrialization expertise, while RISE contributes process validation, and scalability assessment. The doctoral work will connect electromagnetic and RF design with thermal process control, measurement, modelling, and pilot-scale verification.\nProject background: Microwave-Based Electrode Drying for Sustainable Battery Manufacturing\n \nKey Responsibilities\nSimulate, model, and optimize RF\/MW circuits, subsystems, and full system architectures (e.g. solid-state power amplifiers, antenna, matching networks).\nDesign and implement RF\/microwave components, including power amplifiers, combiners, filters, directional couplers, and custom packaging solutions.\nPrototype, characterize, and validate hardware using instruments such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and load-pull setups.\nCollaborate with embedded, mechanical, and system engineers on system-level integration.\nContribute to antenna system design and performance evaluation for heating and field strength control.\nDevelop and maintain automated measurement setups using Python.\nWork with manufacturing teams on design for manufacturability, test procedures, and performance tuning.\nParticipate in customer-driven product development cycles, refining designs to meet application-specific needs.\nSupport patent drafting and engage in technical publications or conference contributions.\n\n\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent, with a focus on RF\/microwave engineering, electromagnetics, power electronics, or a closely related field.\nRelevant research or industry experience in RF\/microwave circuit or system design; experience gained through a Master's thesis, research project, or industry role is relevant.\nProven skills in modeling and simulation tools: ADS, HFSS, CST, AWR, or similar.\nExperience working with RF measurement equipment: VNAs, signal generators, spectrum analyzers.\nStrong initiative, analytical mindset, and problem-solving drive.\nFluent in English (written and spoken). Swedish is a plus.\nStrong motivation to pursue doctoral studies at Uppsala University and to work across academic and industrial environments.\n\n\n\nPreferred Skills & Experience\nExperience designing both linear and nonlinear RF blocks: power amplifiers, antennas, and cavity resonators.\nDeep understanding of microwave passive components, transmission lines, and RF layout.\nExperience with antenna design, field uniformity control, and electromagnetic field simulations.\nProficiency in Altium, KiCad or equivalent PCB layout tools.\nFamiliarity with Python, Matlab for RF system modeling and measurement automation.\nDemonstrated ability to work across domains bridging analog hardware with digital control and embedded systems.\nExposure to industrial heating applications, thermal-microwave interaction, or microwave safety compliance is a bonus.\nExperience with battery manufacturing, electrode coating or drying, materials processing, multiphysics modelling, or thermal-process control is an advantage.\nTrack record in IP generation, publications writing and\/or entrepreneurial projects is highly valued.\nIdeally starting on the 1st of September.\n\n \nWhy Join Us?\nAt Percy Roc, you'll shape a new industrial paradigm at the intersection of RF engineering, clean tech, and systems innovation. You will have the opportunity to:\nWork at the forefront of industrial electrification using microwave technology.\nBuild unique IP and contribute to patentable innovations.\nInfluence the company's technical direction and system architecture.\nGrow with a highly collaborative team, blending scientific rigor with industrial execution.\nAccess opportunities to represent Percy Roc at conferences, on site demonstrations and international projects.\nPursue an Industrial PhD at Uppsala University while contributing to high-impact industrial research.\nWork directly with Percy Roc, RISE, Chalmers University of Technology and the broader EMBRACE consortium on sustainable battery manufacturing.\n\n \nApplication Process\nSend your CV and cover letter (both mandatory) to careers@percyroc.se. In your cover letter, describe your interest in the Industrial PhD opportunity and in microwave industrial heating. Applications are evaluated continuously.\nPercy Roc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.\n\n\nOpen to All\nWe focus on your qualifications, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace according to your needs.","language":"sv","is_translated":true,"title_original":"RF\/MICROWAVE ENGINEER - Industrial PhD Opportunity","description_original":"Summary\nWe are looking for a driven RF\/Microwave Engineer to take a key role in the design, development, and testing of next-generation high-power microwave heating systems. The position is linked to an Industrial PhD opportunity at Uppsala University and to the Swedish Energy Agency funded EMBRACE project, in collaboration with RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. The research will focus on microwave-based electrode drying for more energy efficient and sustainable battery manufacturing, while the industrial work will cover RF system design, prototype development, measurement, control, and pilot-scale validation.\nYou will work from concept to prototype: simulating, fabricating, and characterizing RF components and subsystems, including solid-state power amplifiers, matching networks, antennas, and microwave applicators. The role combines academic research with hands-on industrial development, from early-stage concepts and laboratory validation to pilot-scale deployment.\nThe ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with hands-on laboratory experience and is motivated to pursue doctoral research in an environment that blends academic research, product development, and systems-level thinking. \n \nIndustrial PhD and EMBRACE Project Context\nThe candidate will work in an industrial environment at Percy Roc while pursuing doctoral studies at Uppsala University. The doctoral research will be connected to EMBRACE, which develops and validates microwave-based electrode drying as a route to reduce energy consumption in lithium-ion battery manufacturing while maintaining electrode quality and industrial scalability.\nWithin this framework, Percy Roc contributes microwave-system design, power electronics, and industrialization expertise, while RISE contributes process validation, and scalability assessment. The doctoral work will connect electromagnetic and RF design with thermal process control, measurement, modelling, and pilot-scale verification.\nProject background: Microwave-Based Electrode Drying for Sustainable Battery Manufacturing \n \nKey Responsibilities \nSimulate, model, and optimize RF\/MW circuits, subsystems, and full system architectures (e.g. solid-state power amplifiers, antenna, matching networks).\n Design and implement RF\/microwave components, including power amplifiers, combiners, filters, directional couplers, and custom packaging solutions.\nPrototype, characterize, and validate hardware using instruments such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and load-pull setups.\nCollaborate with embedded, mechanical, and system engineers on system-level integration.\nContribute to antenna system design and performance evaluation for heating and field strength control.\nDevelop and maintain automated measurement setups using Python.\nWork with manufacturing teams on design for manufacturability, test procedures, and performance tuning.\nParticipate in customer-driven product development cycles, refining designs to meet application-specific needs.\nSupport patent drafting and engage in technical publications or conference contributions. \n\n\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent, with a focus on RF\/microwave engineering, electromagnetics, power electronics, or a closely related field.\nRelevant research or industry experience in RF\/microwave circuit or system design; experience gained through a Master's thesis, research project, or industry role is relevant.\nProven skills in modeling and simulation tools: ADS, HFSS, CST, AWR, or similar.\nExperience working with RF measurement equipment: VNAs, signal generators, spectrum analyzers.\nStrong initiative, analytical mindset, and problem-solving drive.\nFluent in English (written and spoken). Swedish is a plus.\nStrong motivation to pursue doctoral studies at Uppsala University and to work \nacross academic and industrial environments.\n\n\n\nPreferred Skills & Experience\nExperience designing both linear and nonlinear RF blocks: power amplifiers, antennas, and cavity resonators.\nDeep understanding of microwave passive components, transmission lines, and RF layout.\nExperience with antenna design, field uniformity control, and electromagnetic field simulations.\nProficiency in Altium, KiCad or equivalent PCB layout tools.\nFamiliarity with Python, Matlab for RF system modeling and measurement automation.\nDemonstrated ability to work across domains bridging analog hardware with digital control and embedded systems.\nExposure to industrial heating applications, thermal-microwave interaction, or microwave safety compliance is a bonus.\nExperience with battery manufacturing, electrode coating or drying, materials processing, multiphysics modelling, or thermal-process control is an advantage.\nTrack record in IP generation, publications writing and\/or entrepreneurial projects is highly valued.\nIdeally starting on the 1st of September.\n\n \nWhy Join Us?\nAt Percy Roc, you\u2019ll shape a new industrial paradigm at the intersection of RF engineering, clean tech, and systems innovation. You will have the opportunity to:\nWork at the forefront of industrial electrification using microwave technology.\nBuild unique IP and contribute to patentable innovations.\nInfluence the company\u2019s technical direction and system architecture.Grow with a highly collaborative team, blending scientific rigor with industrial execution.\nAccess opportunities to represent Percy Roc at conferences, on site demonstrations and international projects.\nPursue an Industrial PhD at Uppsala University while contributing to high-impact industrial research.\nWork directly with Percy Roc, RISE, Chalmers University of Technology and the broader EMBRACE consortium on sustainable battery manufacturing.\n\n \nApplication Process\nSend your CV and cover letter (both mandatory) to careers@percyroc.se . In your cover letter, describe your interest in the Industrial PhD opportunity and in microwave industrial heating. Applications are evaluated continuously.\nPercy Roc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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