Principal Com-Sys Design Engineer

Microchip Technology Inc.; Neu-Ulm; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Germany is seeking a Communications Systems Design Engineer with a strong background in communication theory and signal processing to join the Wireless Systems Group as a senior team member.

You will design, implement, and validate PHY-layer modem algorithms for low-power wireless products and collaborate with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation and Software teams across the globe; leadership opportunities may be available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering required.
• Advanced degree preferred for senior role.
• Strong background in signal processing and communication theory required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and simulate communication system and PHY-layer modem algorithms for wireless applications.
• Develop and validate system models, fixed-point models, and hardware-aware algorithm implementations.
• Translate product and system requirements into clear technical specifications for RF, digital, software, and validation teams.
• Work closely with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation and Software teams for bringing-up, testing and troubleshooting of test chips and SOCs.
• Simulate communication systems and participate in digital block design.
• Participate in RFIP design regarding block specs & controls.

Skills

Team player

Verbal/written communication

Leadership potential

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

C/C++

Fixed-point programming

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

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Job Description

We are seeking a Communications Systems Design Engineer with a strong background in communication theory and signal processing. The successful candidate will join our Wireless Systems Group in Germany and as a senior member of the team, will be responsible for the systems design and implementation of physical layer for low power wireless products. You will be working with a cross-functional global team in a collaborative environment that we take pride in. You will thrive on complex technical challenges and be personally motivated to provide the best solution to challenging problems. The position can offer leadership opportunity to qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and simulate communication system and PHY-layer modem algorithms for wireless applications.
• Develop and validate system models, fixed-point models, and hardware-aware algorithm implementations
• Translate product and system requirements into clear technical specifications for RF, digital, software, and validation teams
• Work closely with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation and Software teams for bringing-up, testing and troubleshooting of test chips and SOC's
• Simulate communication systems and participate in digital block design
• Participate in RFIP design regarding block specs & controls

Requirements/Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in design and implementation of wireless PHY systems
• Technical leadership experience in owning the Modem and DFE sub system is highly desired
• Strong background in signal processing and communication theory
• Experience in MATLAB, C/C++ and fixed-point/cycle-true programming and simulation
• Experience on Modem and digital front-end blocks design
• Experience in IC design production support, RFIP calibration and testing
• Experience in Bluetooth, UWB and/or WiFi is an advantage
• A team player; able to identify and resolve technical and schedule issues with team members. Team management skills would be an advantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical materials effectively and produce good quality engineering documentation.

Travel Time

0% - 25%