Principal Electrical Engineer (Irvine, CA, US)

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.•Irvine, CA

40d

About The Position

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time. At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates. Requisition ID: 74477 EM/MCM Staff Design Engineer If you are a motivated RF designer with skills and passion for designing complex multi-chip modules that will be used in most cellphones sold today, filter team of Mobile Solutions Business (MSB) is looking for you! As a part of filter design team, you will work on complex RF modules to integrate multiple dice from a variety of technologies to deliver the best-in-class performance. You will be designing and meticulously analyzing RF circuits such as impedance matching networks, couplers, filters and embedded passives. The candidate is expected to explore, devise and prototype a variety of RF circuits in order to enhance the competitive position of Skyworks Solutions, Inc. Mobile Solutions Business unit. The work involves close interaction with product teams to devise solutions that meet or exceed customer requirements. The successful candidate possesses a deep understanding of electromagnetic theory and RF circuits and preferably has worked on design of either LNA, PA or RF switches. The successful candidate will be responsible for EM analysis of active and passive RF front-end circuits. Work experience with integrated RF front end products is highly desired. The ideal candidate is adept in interfacing multiple RF components by devising proper routing, designing low loss impedance matching networks, conceive effective isolation and shielding techniques and subsequently analyze the entire module using advanced EM simulation tools.

Requirements

PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; or MS with 6+ years, or BS with 8+ years of design experience in RF assemblies or multi-chip modules
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A positive, can-do attitude
Deep understanding of RF and microwave theories and concepts, such as S-parameters, transmission lines, couplers, dividers etc
Track record of analysis and implementation of on-die passives for high efficiency, wideband power amplifiers and low-noise amplifiers
Hands on experience using RF lab equipment

Nice To Haves

Design of acoustic filters
Scripting for automation of EM simulations
Ability to resolve common simulation problems such as non-convergence, slow performance and low accuracy
Experience with thermal simulation or multi-physics simulation tools such COMSOL and ADS Electro-Thermal

Responsibilities

Integration of filters with other constituents of an RF front end module to deliver the highest possible performance
Designing embedded antenna multiplexer to support multi-band operations
EM analysis of RF assemblies using HFSS

Benefits

Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others.
Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock.
These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

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