• R&D Engineer III

    Actalent (Arden Hills, MN)


    Job Title: R&D Engineer III with BLE/RF Experience

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced R&D Engineer with expertise in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Radio Frequency (RF) technologies and medical device development. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced wireless communication systems for medical devices, ensuring high performance, reliability, and compliance with medical standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead the design and development of BLE and RF systems for medical devices, including hardware and software components, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

    + Oversee the integration of BLE and RF subsystems into medical devices, ensuring seamless functionality and performance, including conducting system-level characterization and testing.

    + Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

    + Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

    + Analyze and optimize system performance, addressing any issues related to RF interference, signal integrity, and power consumption.

    + Prepare detailed system architecture and design documentation, including block diagrams, flowcharts, and design/interface specifications.

    + Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and medical regulations, including FDA and ISO standards. Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory documentation related to the BLE telemetry system design.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.

    + Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering with at least 3 years of experience with BLE/RF technologies.

    + Proficiency in RF design, BLE protocols, signal processing, and medical device development.

    + Experience with RF simulation tools, embedded programming languages, and medical device development tools.

    + Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with IoT devices and applications.

    + Knowledge of other wireless communication protocols, such as Wi-Fi and Zigbee.

    + Familiarity with regulatory requirements for wireless medical devices, such as IEEE, ISO, and FDA guidelines.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $63.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Arden Hills,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.