hardware design engineer

$159,453 - $182,790/Yr

Randstad - Raleigh, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Raleigh, NC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Hardware Design Engineer role involves executing silicon validation and characterization for high-speed D2D and SERDES interfaces at a leading technology company in Raleigh, NC. The engineer will develop test methods, collaborate with design teams, and analyze test results to ensure product performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Execute silicon validation and characterization of high-performance, high-speed, low-power CMOS D2D and SERDES silicon interfaces
• Bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed D2D and SERDES blocks on new and existing silicon chips
• Develop test methods to evaluate performance and determine operating margins of high-speed serial interfaces under various conditions
• Collaborate with design teams to enhance testability and define test infrastructure logic
• Write software routines in Python, C/C++, and similar languages to validate D2D and SERDES IPs, and work with software teams on driver integration
• Analyze test results, document findings, and provide insights and recommendations for improvements

Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in silicon validation, characterization, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
• Hands-on experience in silicon testing and characterization
• Experience in high-speed D2D and SERDES architecture, test methodologies, and debugging
• In-depth knowledge of high-speed D2D and SERDES architectures (e.g., NRZ, PAM4) and protocols
• Proficiency with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and BERTs
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SERDES calibration and signal integrity
• Familiarity with high-speed protocols (e.g., UCIe, Ethernet, PCIe)
• Ability to write comprehensive test reports and analyze boundary conditions

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401K contribution
• Incentive and recognition program