Full-Time

Antenna Engineer

Reach Labs

Reach Labs

11-50 employees

Long-range wireless power delivery systems

Compensation Overview

$140k - $180k/yr

+ Equity

San Carlos, CA, USA

In Person

On-site in Redwood City, California.

Master's, PhD

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • MS degree in electrical engineering (PhD preferred).
  • 3-5 year hands-on experience in developing antennas, and antenna arrays.
  • Fluent with EM simulation software (HFSS and HFSS SBR+, CST), and circuit simulation tools, such as Keysight ADS.
  • Hands-on experience with RF lab equipment for RF device and antenna characterization and system performance validation, such as vector network analyzer and spectrum analyzer.
  • A system thinker that can define and design antennas and antenna arrays.
  • Experience with mmWave phased array or adaptive antenna design.
  • Experience with metamaterials implementation.
  • Experience with bring up and troubleshooting of high-power microwave chains, beam forming and steering systems.
  • Familiar with the design process from concept through board development and system integration for high volume production (design for manufacturing/ design for assembly).
  • In-depth understanding of safety EMI and EMC compliance and certification.
  • Ability to work cross-functional.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively complex concepts.
  • Results- and deadline- driven.
  • Able to work independently with little direction.
  • Takes great pride and ownership in developing products.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement antenna, antenna arrays for high frequency of operation from 2.4GHz to 24GHz.
  • Investigate, study, and introduce new antenna designs and components. Research new approaches and techniques for future product versions.
  • Perform computer simulations and PCB antenna prototyping.
  • Collaborate with PM/Mechanical/RF/EE teams to define antenna requirements and performance goals.
  • Perform board level and product level EM simulations for best-in-class transmission performance, spatial co-existence, and emissions.
  • Product design documentation using Reach PLM system.
  • Own antenna design for manufacturability.
  • Collaborate with other engineers to perform system bring up and system test.
  • Support certification and regulatory testing. Support field testing.
  • Write validation test plans for antenna and antenna arrays.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience using an antenna or anechoic chamber to characterize antennas.
  • Experience with python and/or MatLab.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FCC, etc.).
  • Experience achieving FCC regulatory approval.

Reach Labs develops systems for long-range wireless power delivery that can power networks of remote devices without wired power connections. Its Link System can transmit energy over longer distances while keeping per-device power needs low, and its Batch System is adaptable for powering devices in enclosed spaces like drawers and toolboxes. The technology works by delivering wireless power to devices with minimal energy consumption per device, enabling continuous operation in environments where traditional power cables are impractical. Compared with competitors, Reach Labs differentiates itself through its research-driven approach and focus on scalable, long-range wireless power for industrial, healthcare, and manufacturing settings. The company aims to set a new standard for power delivery across various industries by enabling reliable, wireless power for connected devices.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$39.3M

Headquarters

Culver City, California

Founded

2015

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What believers are saying

  • June 2026 OECIF funding and August 4, 2026 AFWERX STTR extend credibility.
  • Reach’s January 2026 management said police departments want pilots, expanding non-defense demand.
  • The 2026 wireless-power market is projected at $18.37 billion, giving Reach a bigger runway.

What critics are saying

  • Defense contracts dominate; one canceled AFWERX or DARPA program would crush 2026 growth.
  • FCC’s February 2026 GVP rules favor geofenced low-power devices, not Reach’s long-range thesis.
  • WiTricity, Powercast, Ossia, and Emrod crowd adjacent markets; Reach risks niche irrelevance.

What makes Reach Labs unique

  • Reach’s June 2026 DARPA EEI and AFWERX wins validate defense-grade wireless power.
  • Its 2026 drone-swarm and perched-drone focus targets mission-critical autonomy, not consumer gadgets.
  • Reach claims $23 million revenue by January 2026, signaling rare commercial traction.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

Company Equity

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Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

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Reach
Feb 20th, 2025
VentureBeat: Reach Raises $9M for wireless charging

Reach Labs has raised $9 million in funding for its long-range wireless charging technology.

FinSMEs
Dec 5th, 2022
Reach Raises $30M in Series B Funding

Reach, a Redwood City, CA-based wireless power-at-a-distance company, raised $30M in Series B funding