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# RTL Design Engineer

- **Company:** Competitiveunited Kingdomsemiconductor Permanentwe
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Beamforming, C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Data Transmissions, Electronic Design Automation, MATLAB, Project Management Software, Signal Processing, Vivado, Fpga Hardware, ModelSim, Mentor Graphics, Software Version Control
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/rtl-design-engineer/48783294

## About the Role

and the ability to work across IP, system, and board-level development.This is a hands-on role that will play an important part in the continued growth of the engineering team and its product portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesFlexibly apply skills and expertise to enable successful delivery at a project levelCollaborate with colleagues on the architecture, design, development, verification, and documentation of IPDevelop RTL implementations of electronic systems for communications using SystemVerilogDevelop testbenches for RTL implementations of electronic systems for communications using SystemVerilogSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseEssential:Degree qualified (or equivalent)4+ years of relevant industry experienceExperience with EDA tools for simulation and synthesis, such as Mentor Graphics ModelSim, Altera Quartus, Xilinx Vivado, Synopsys DC, or Cadence GenusExperience with AXI interfacingExperience with timing and hardware resource optimisation for high-throughput data or signal-processing
applicationsExperience using C/C++/MATLAB for design and verification prototypingExperience with version control and peer review, e.g. GitExperience with technical documentation tools, e.g. ConfluenceExperience with project and task management tools, e.g. JiraDesirable:Experience maintaining EDA tools, including upgrades and licence managementExperience creating innovative engineering solutions and documenting them through publications or patentsExperience with automation and CI tools, e.g. JenkinsKnowledge of communications signal-processing algorithms, ideally including error correction, equalisation, channel estimation, beamforming, or another baseband componentAppreciation of mobile communications systemsUnderstanding of the telecommunications and/or semiconductor industriesPersonal AttributesHighly capable, motivated, enthusiastic, innovative, and personableHands-on experience with relevant industry tools, techniques, and technologiesStrong team player, with an approach to version
control and documentation that enables effective collaborationProfessional and committed to building long-term relationships with stakeholdersAbility to quickly gain the trust and confidence of customers and colleaguesCommercially aware and commercially savvyExceptional written, presentation, and verbal communication skills

## Description

CompetitiveUnited KingdomSemiconductor PermanentWe are looking for multiple Design Engineers to join a highly innovative engineering team working on cutting-edge technology projects. You will collaborate with an elite team of engineers to push the boundaries of wireless communications technology and develop solutions for next-generation communications systems.You will work on the advanced development of IP, system, and board-level solutions, collaborating with industry-leading colleagues to push the capabilities of 5G technologies. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects with an international reach, in a hands-on role where you can use your skills and expertise to drive innovation forward.We are looking for a highly capable, enthusiastic, and personable individual to join the team. We are specifically seeking a Design Engineer with 4+ years of relevant industry experience to contribute to the development of advanced hardware solutions, with a broad skillset


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