Sr. Engineer, MEMS Characterization & Metrology Engineer

SiTime Corporation•Santa Clara, CA

7d•$124,920 - $171,770

About The Position

Join SiTime’s team developing MEMS-based timing products. The Senior MEMS Characterization and Metrology Engineer uses technical and creative problem-solving skills to develop and deploy custom MEMS test systems for engineering characterization and manufacturing test of SiTime MEMS resonators. The role includes prototyping novel measurement methodologies, developing and validating test-system hardware and software, and supporting qualification and release to production. It also focuses on optimizing system throughput, precision, and reliability. SiTime describes itself as the Precision Timing company, developing semiconductor MEMS programmable solutions used across applications including AI datacenters, automated driving, industrial and humanoid robots, wearables, and IoT. The company reports having shipped more than 4 billion devices. The position offers a base salary range of $124,920–$171,770 USD and eligibility for a quarterly bonus tied to innovation goals, along with equity grants. SiTime also lists a 401(k) plan and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time-off plans.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics; exceptional candidates with other technical backgrounds will be considered.
Proven track record of driving technical projects and executing on aggressive schedules in cross-functional teams.
Hands-on experience with analog electronics, board-level design and debugging, electrical characterization of RF devices, and deep knowledge of associated test equipment.
Demonstrated programming experience in C#.
Strong ability to design and conduct experiments and analyze results.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with strong written and verbal communication.
High level of self-motivation and drive to make an impact.
Ability and willingness to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
Positive attitude and curiosity to learn new skills.
Passion for hands-on technical leadership with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

PhD.
Familiarity with LabView and MATLAB.
Previous experience with MEMS design, testing, and/or characterization.

Responsibilities

Explore and prototype novel test methodologies for high-precision timing parameter measurements.
Develop hardware hands-on and validate custom MEMS test systems for engineering and mass production.
Develop software for test execution and automation, data acquisition, system calibration, and data analysis for high-precision timing devices.
Document MEMS test-system architecture, design, and software.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system qualification and release to production.
Optimize system performance, focusing on throughput, precision, and reliability.
Drive and/or support projects and other company-driven objectives as needed.