Analog Mixed Signal ASIC Engineer

Draper Labs; Cambridge; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative R&D organization is seeking talented analog/mixed-signal ASIC design engineers to tackle unique challenges in extreme environments. This role involves designing integrated circuits for applications ranging from space exploration to biomedical engineering. You'll work in a collaborative environment, engaging with multidisciplinary teams to drive solutions for national security and healthcare. The company values work-life balance and offers various employee programs to enhance your experience. If you're ready to make an impact in a cutting-edge field, this position is for you.

Benefits

Workplace Flexibility

Employee Clubs

Health and Finance Workshops

Off-Site Social Events

Discounts to Local Museums

Cultural Activities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Integrated Circuits or ASIC Hardware Engineering.
• Proficiency in designing analog/mixed-signal circuits.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor technology.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate circuits at transistor-level for ASICs.
• Contribute to system-level design and optimization.
• Evaluate hardware feasibility of complex algorithms.

Skills

Integrated Circuit Design

Semiconductors

Computer Architecture

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Task Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

VerilogA

VerilogAMS

SystemVerilog

Job description

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

We are hiring for all levels of analog/mixed-signal ASIC design engineers from entry level to principal. Would you enjoy the challenge of designing integrated circuits for extreme environments and unique applications - from outer space to inside the human body? The Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Group at Draper develops analog and mixed-signal application-specific integrated circuits (ASIC) for national security, space, biomedical applications, and more. We regularly engage with other engineers and scientists from all of Draper's divisions in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design and simulate circuits at transistor-level to implement architecture and requirement specifications

• Contribute to system-level design

• Optimize hardware designs for performance, power, and cost

• Evaluate the hardware feasibility of complex algorithms and requirements

• Contribute to complex chip architectures and designs

• Contribute to efforts to drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements

• Perform or guide physical layout, including floor-planning, and simulate circuits using extracted parasitics.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in integrated circuit design

• Understanding of integrated circuits, semiconductors, and general computer architecture

• Ability to write detailed design specifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent mathematical skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks

• Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals

Education
Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field. Masters degree preferred.

Experience
Requires 3-5 years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or 0-2 years of experience with a master's degree in Integrated Circuits or ASIC Hardware Engineering or related.

Additional Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Electrical Engineering with experience designing integrated circuits
• Experience designing analog and/or mixed-signal circuits such as
  • Amplifiers, bandgaps, and reference circuits
  • DACs and ADCs (Pipelined, SAR, or Sigma-Delta)
  • LDOs and Buck/Boost switched-mode power supplies
  • PLLs or other timing circuits
  • High-speed I/Os such as DDR or SerDes PHY
• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso
• Analog circuit modeling with VerilogA, VerilogAMS, and/or SystemVerilog
• Experience with MOS advanced nodes below 32nm
• Experience with radiation-hardened electronics

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].