Sr. EM/MCM Design Engineer

$172,100 - $172,100/Yr

Skyworks Solutions - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Jose, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

In this impactful role, you will be involved in the development of front-end modules for the fast-paced and highly competitive cellular handset market. As a Multi-Chip Module Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing next-generation, highly integrated RF Front-End Modules for mobile applications. You will work closely with marketing and the system engineering team to translate customer specifications into design requirements at the multi-chip module (MCM) level. This position requires collaboration with other RFIC design engineers to achieve the best overall performance in the design of multi-chip modules. Additionally, you will support prototype development activities, including evaluation, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure timely delivery of customer samples. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. The company values open communication, mutual trust, and respect, and fosters a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration and minimal layers of management. You will have the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking, working alongside a team of talented individuals who are changing the way the world communicates.

Responsibilities

• Work with marketing and the system engineering team to translate customer specifications into design requirements at the multi-chip module (MCM) level.
• Design multi-chip modules by collaborating with other RFIC design engineers to achieve the best overall performance.
• Support prototype development activities including evaluation, troubleshooting, and optimization to support timely customer samples.

Requirements

• MSEE or PhD in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Electromagnetics (EM).
• Strong understanding of RF/Microwave fundamentals and Electromagnetic theory.
• Solid understanding of module building blocks, including power amplifiers, low noise amplifiers, RF switches and couplers, filters, and multi-chip module.
• Ability to create 3D circuit model using EM tools and run simulations on passive RF structures and translate between the model, simulation, physical implementation, and measured performance.
• Good communication skills and logical reasoning skills, capable of breaking down complex programs, setting priorities, reporting progress, and executing to schedule.
• Ability to collect test data and debug circuit issues using standard lab instruments.

Nice-to-haves

• Good understanding of RF systems and familiarity with cellular standards and RFFE module requirements.
• Familiarity with electromagnetic (EM) simulation CAD tools, as well as hands-on experience with both time and frequency domain circuit simulators, such as ADS (Momentum, FEM), Cadence (EMX, Spectre), or HFSS.
• Experience and familiarity with RF test equipment, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, DC power supplies, and RF probes. Knowledge of network analyzer calibration and reference plane de-embedding.

Benefits

• Access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option).
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave).
• Eligibility to participate in an incentive plan and potential for additional awards based on performance.