R&D Hardware Engineer

$178,020 - $178,020/Yr

Keysight - Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Santa Rosa, CA

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The R&D Hardware Engineer at Keysight Technologies will be part of the Communication and Solutions Group, focusing on the Wireless Data Ecosystem. This role involves developing RF/microwave/millimeter and analog circuitry, implementing product measurement functions, and collaborating with senior engineers on instrument architecture decisions. The engineer will utilize simulation and layout tools to achieve design goals and troubleshoot issues in partnership with other functional areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF/microwave/millimeter and analog circuitry based on project needs.
• Design amplifiers, filters, interface and control circuits, phase lock loops, and other components.
• Implement product measurement functions and assist in instrument architecture decisions.
• Assist with vendor and component selection and troubleshoot problems with other functional areas.
• Use simulation, schematic capture, and layout tools to accomplish design goals.

Requirements

• BS, MS or PhD Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (EE).
• Solid educational foundation in analog electronic circuit design and high frequency transmission line concepts.
• Familiarity with circuit simulation tools and hands-on experience.
• Ability to evaluate alternative circuit approaches and implement the most appropriate solutions.
• Measurement experience with signal analyzers, signal generators, I/Q generation, time domain analysis, and vector network analysis.
• Knowledge of communication systems and time/frequency domain analysis.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with RF/uW/mmW/analog circuit analysis and design.
• Experience in block diagram design for up converter & down converter products.
• Experience with Baseband through RF/Microwave/Millimeter measurement systems.
• Knowledge/experience with DSP, digital, and programmable logic design.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range from $106,810 to $178,020 based on experience and skills.