Principal Modeling Engineer

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc.•Lowell, MA

About The Position

This is an engineering position that is available on the Corporate R&D team. The individual will be responsible for developing Process Design Kits (PDK) and device models to assist product design across the breadth of MACOM’s product portfolio – GaAs, GaN and Si based semiconductor ICs and modules. The individual will also assume supervisory responsibility for the modeling test lab. Training and career growth opportunities will be provided.

Requirements

BS or MS in Electronic Engineering or equivalent
7-10 years relevant experience
Understanding of electronic device modeling (including some of circuit based, TCAD, EM, and thermal simulation)
Experience in development of Process Design Kits in Keysight ADS and/or Cadence MWoffice
RF/Microwave test expertise, including calibration techniques, S-parameters, load pull, 2-tone, and pulsed measurements
Understanding of semiconductor devices, IC manufacturing, and circuit design
Programming expertise, preferably in Python, Linux shell, and scripting
Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

Development of active device models for GaAs, GaN, and Si based FET and diode devices
Creation and maintenance of Process Design Kits for a range of semiconductor processes, for both internal and external fabs
Supervisory responsibility of the modeling test lab, ensuring quality measurements from the lab team and managing the flow of test work in the lab
Optimization of device design and layout to improve performance
Creation and maintenance of Assura DRC/LVS decks
Software development as needed to automate electrical test for device characterization and model extraction