RF/MMIC PDK Engineer: Device Modelling & Characterisation

Octric Semiconductors Ltd.; North East; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Octric Semiconductor is expanding its team in the northeast and seeks engineers to advance RF/microwave device characterisation and modelling. The role focuses on DC and RF tests, model generation, and PDK support within a state‑of‑the‑art 10,000 m² facility in Newton Aycliffe, UK.

You will work closely with designers, provide technical reports, and contribute to process development while aiming for high reliability and performance in next‑generation compound semiconductors.

Qualifications

• DC and RF/microwave device characterisation.
• Programming, especially in a test environment.
• UK National and be willing to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Characterise device performance: DC, pulsed I‑V, noise, small & large‑signal microwave tests.
• Create small and large‑signal device and passive models.
• Contribute to development of process PDKs.
• Collaborate with designers to capture requirements, provide support and feedback.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Support development projects and operations with device characterisation expertise.

Skills

RF characterization

DC/RF testing

Programming

RF device physics

Device modelling

Circuit theory

Compact modelling

Education

BEng / BSc Electronic Engineering or Physics

Job description

Octric Semiconductor is expanding its team in the northeast and seeks engineers to advance RF/microwave device characterisation and modelling. The role focuses on DC and RF tests, model generation, and PDK support within a state‑of‑the‑art 10,000 m² facility in Newton Aycliffe, UK.

You will work closely with designers, provide technical reports, and contribute to process development while aiming for high reliability and performance in next‑generation compound semiconductors.