FBAR R&D Engineer

Broadcom • San Jose, CA

267d • $141,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The position involves developing and maintaining high-accuracy FBAR/BAW device and module models for RF applications. The candidate will be responsible for building scalable and reusable modeling libraries for different product platforms, extracting model parameters from measurement data, and validating against empirical results. The role also includes automating modeling workflows to improve simulation efficiency and consistency, performing acoustic and electrical simulations to predict device performance, and collaborating with design, process, and characterization teams to ensure model fidelity. Additionally, the candidate will support design teams with model integration and tuning during new product development, analyze performance deviations, and provide feedback for design or process optimization. Documentation of modeling methodologies, assumptions, and validation procedures is also required, along with staying current on modeling techniques and contributing to internal knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of FBAR/BAW device physics and acoustic wave modeling.
• Experience with model parameter extraction from linear/nonlinear/high power data.
• Solid background in RF systems, filter design, and impedance matching.
• Ability to develop scalable and reusable modeling frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Independent, self-started team player willing to thrive under dynamic working environments.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Familiar with acoustic filter/MEMS fabrication processes and material properties.
• Familiar with simulation tools such as ADS, COMSOL, HFSS, Cadence, or equivalent.
• PhD degree in electrical engineering/mechanical engineering/physics with 7+ years of direct industrial experience or Master's degree in electrical engineering/mechanical engineering/physics with 10+ years of direct industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-accuracy FBAR/BAW device and module models for RF applications.
• Build scalable and reusable modeling libraries for different product platforms.
• Extract model parameters from measurement data and validate against empirical results.
• Automate modeling workflows to improve simulation efficiency and consistency.
• Perform acoustic and electrical simulations to predict device performance.
• Collaborate with design, process, and characterization teams to ensure model fidelity.
• Support design teams with model integration and tuning during new product development.
• Analyze performance deviations and provide feedback for design or process optimization.
• Document modeling methodologies, assumptions, and validation procedures.
• Stay current on modeling techniques and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(K) participation including company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid holidays
• Paid sick leave and vacation time
• Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree