RF Applications Engineer

Skyworks Solutions; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Ottawa seeks an RF Applications Engineer to support wireless integrated circuit developments. Applicants should have a degree in electrical engineering and strong skills in RF components. Responsibilities include testing, design, and collaboration with other teams. Competitive salary range of CAD$69,200 - CAD$111,000 per year, plus benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare access

Retirement plan company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in RF semiconductor or module manufacturer company.
• RF system level design background.
• Knowledge of digital wireless standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate and fault find the RF portion of reference designs for WiFi products.
• Tuning and DVT testing of WiFi product reference designs.
• Characterization and validation of RF devices.

Skills

Good technical understanding of analog/RF components

Hands on experience with transmitter and receiver RF measurements

Highly organized with outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Proactive approach to work with internal and external customers

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Python

LabView test automation

Job description

Overview

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 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.

RF Applications Engineer

RF Applications Engineer:

The RF and Mixed-Signal Intelligence Solutions (RMI) team in Ottawa is developing wireless integrated circuit components and has an RF Application Engineer opportunity for a candidate starting in January 2025. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Application Engineering Manager. The ideal candidate will be required to apply sound engineering skills to a variety of tasks in the area of WiFi device evaluation and customer board tuning and testing including PA, LNA, switch and FEM products.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate and fault find the RF portion of reference designs for WiFi products working with high-end technology customers and strategic partners
• Tuning and DVT testing of WiFi product reference designs for high-end technology customers and strategic partners
• Working with Sales and Marketing to define new products for RF and Mixed-Signal Intelligence Solutions (RMI) business unit
• Characterization and validation of RF devices
• Design, test, documentation and maintenance of application and evaluation boards
• Writing applications notes, guidelines, and presentation for products
• Investigation, analysis and reporting on device anomalies
• Competitive analysis

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering
• Good technical understanding of analog/RF components
• Hands on experience with transmitter and receiver RF measurements
• Familiar with RF PCB level design
• Highly organized with outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with colleagues in different locations and time zones
• Proactive approach to work with internal and external customer to solve issues

Desired Experience and Skills

• Minimum 2 year’s experience in RF semiconductor or module manufacturer company
• RF system level design background
• Knowledge of digital wireless standards
• Experience with new semiconductor product introduction and ramp to high volume production
• Python coding and LabView test automation

The typical base pay range for this role is currently CAD$69,200 -$111,000 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, and the ultimate job duties and requirements. Benefits include access to healthcare, a retirement plan company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, 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.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select applicants.

Skyworks welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to accommodating the needs of people with disabilities and providing a workplace and recruitment process that is inclusive and accessible to all. Accommodations are available on request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.