Hardware Engineer for FBAR Device Modeling

Broadcom • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The role consists in modeling and simulation of piezoelectric resonators and filters, with an emphasis on the finite element method. Specifically, the employee will work within the R&D modeling team to help develop and run in-house FEM models. The job requires working closely with cross-functional teams to help characterize and optimize linear and non-linear device performance for the purpose of both product and technology development.

Requirements

• Comsol and a general knowledge of multi-physics FEA methods
• Matlab
• Familiarity with basic acoustic resonator device physics
• Candidate must have a PhD in Electrical Engineering, preferably with an emphasis on piezoelectric resonator device physics and computational methods and 3+ years of related experience.
• The primary job duty will consist in using Comsol, interfaced with various scripting/programming tools, to help develop, automate, and run linear and high power models.
• The scope includes resonator level modeling of FBAR as well as filter designs composed of FBAR and other RF components, and optimization of device performance.
• A key part of the role will be interaction with measurement, characterization, and fabrication teams to provide simulation based guidance for current and future product and technology development.

Nice To Haves

• HFSS
• ADS
• Basic ability to script in Python
• Uncertainty Quantification

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
• The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree