RFIC Design Engineer I
About The Position
Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com. Meet the Team You’ll join Silicon Labs’ RFIC Design Team, developing radio transceivers for innovative IoT wireless products. Our team designs the analog, mixed-signal, and RF circuitry that enables reliable wireless communication across Silicon Labs’ portfolio. As a new college graduate, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and apply your academic knowledge to real-world RF design challenges while building expertise across the integrated circuit development lifecycle.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Academic or project experience in RF, analog, or mixed-signal circuit design.
- Understanding of fundamental circuit analysis and design principles.
- Experience with RF circuit concepts through coursework, research, internships, or project work.
- Familiarity with circuit simulation, modeling, and design-analysis methods.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
- Ability to interpret technical requirements and evaluate circuit performance.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment and communicate technical concepts clearly.
Nice To Haves
- Internship, co-op, research, or project experience related to RF, analog, or mixed-signal IC design.
- Exposure to radio transceiver architectures and wireless communication systems.
- Experience with RF measurement, simulation, or laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of signal processing principles.
- Exposure to integrated circuit design tools and semiconductor design workflows.
- Familiarity with common RF concepts, including noise, linearity, gain, matching, and frequency response.
- Participation in engineering competitions, technical organizations, research publications, or relevant student leadership activities
Responsibilities
- Design and develop RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuits for wireless transceivers.
- Perform circuit analysis, simulation, modeling, and design verification.
- Evaluate design performance against technical requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support the development of radio transceiver from initial concept through implementation and validation.
- Analyze simulation and laboratory data to troubleshoot circuit performance.
- Collaborate with RF, analog, digital, layout, systems, validation, and product engineering teams.
- Document design decisions, technical results, and engineering recommendations.
- Develop technical expertise through mentorship, design reviews, and hands-on project experience.
Benefits
- Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans
- Highly competitive salary
- 401k plan with match and Roth plan option
- Equity rewards (RSUs)
- Life/AD&D and disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Adoption assistance
- Back-Up childcare
- Commuter benefits
- Legal benefits
- Pet insurance
- Flexible PTO schedule
- 3 paid volunteer days per year
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free downtown parking
- Onsite gym
- Monthly wellness offerings
- Free snacks
- Monthly company updates with our CEO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
