Hardware Engineer

Teradyne•North Reading, MA

About The Position

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world! We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive. Our Purpose TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results. Opportunity Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Signal Integrity/Power Integrity Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in high-speed electronics interfaces to perform pre-routing and post-routing simulations for cutting-edge designs. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of signal and power integrity principles, experience simulating cables and connectors, and PCBs, as well as a strong understanding of high-speed protocols such as PCIe, USB, and others. You will be responsible for documenting SI/PI performance, including clearly and concisely presenting simulation results in both written and oral formats to a variety of stakeholders, including design teams and leadership.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in signal integrity and power integrity engineering, with a focus on high-speed electronics.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Expertise in simulations for high-speed PCBs and systems using such tools as HFSS, 3D Layout, CST, Ansys SIwave, Cadence Sigrity, Polar, or similar tools.
Experience with PCB layout tools such as Allegro, Altium Designer, or Mentor Graphics.
Strong understanding of high-speed protocols such as PCIe Gen5/Gen6, USB 3.x/4.0, and others.
Deep knowledge of SI/PI concepts, including impedance control, S-parameters, crosstalk, reflections, eye diagrams, jitter, and PDN analysis.
Proven ability to interpret and apply simulation results to inform design and debug issues.
Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and its impact on SI/PI.
Experience in working across cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical findings to diverse audiences.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and delivering within tight turn-around times
Desire to work as a team with a results-driven approach

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-routing signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI) end to end (cables, connectors traces) simulations for various critical technologies in the design (from UARTs to PCI express).
Provide input to PCB stack-ups to ensure optimal performance, reliability and cost
Collaborate with hardware design teams to implement changes based on simulation
Perform lab-based correlation activities on physical hardware to connect simulations to implementation and improve quality of simulation.
Identify and resolve SI/PI issues such as crosstalk, reflections, impedance mismatches, and power delivery noise.
Understand and be able to compute the impact of signal integrity upon digital timing margins.
Provide expertise in high-speed protocols, including PCIe, USB, Ethernet, and others, to ensure compliance with standards.
Design and optimize power delivery networks (PDN) to meet system-level requirements.
Clearly present complex simulation results and recommendations in written reports, presentations, and technical meetings.
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies in SI/PI engineering, PCB materials and high-speed interfaces.