FPGA Design Engineer – VHDL / Verilog

Ultra Group AB; Göteborgs kommun; Hybrid; SEK 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

A role for FPGA Design Engineer in an advanced hardware environment, focusing on high-speed digital systems and robust communication protocols.

The position involves design, simulation, verification, and documentation across the development lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience in FPGA design using VHDL and/or Verilog.
• Experience with ModelSim for simulation and verification of FPGA designs.
• General knowledge of digital hardware design.
• Experience with one or more FPGA development toolchains, such as Xilinx ISE, AMD Xilinx Vivado, Lattice Diamond, Intel FPGA tools, Microchip/Microsemi tools, or equivalent.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, simulate, and verify FPGA-based digital systems using VHDL and/or Verilog.
• Develop complex functions for high-speed optical communication protocols, high-speed buses, EtherCAT communication, data acquisition, digital filters, and HVDC control and protection systems.
• Perform FPGA simulation and verification using ModelSim or equivalent tools.
• Work with hardware design activities and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including requirements specifications, design specifications, and verification specifications.
• Support rapid prototyping, testing, debugging, and product industrialisation.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders in an agile engineering environment to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.

Skills

FPGA design

VHDL/Verilog

ModelSim

Digital hardware design

EtherCAT knowledge

Python (basic)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado

Intel FPGA tools

Lattice Diamond

Microchip/Microsemi tools

Job description

About the role

Are you passionate about FPGA development, digital hardware design, and high-performance communication systems?

We are looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer for an exciting assignment in Västerås, Sweden. You will work on advanced control, communication, and protection systems where performance, availability, reliability, and robustness are essential.

You will be part of an innovative engineering environment that combines rapid prototyping with product development. With access to modern development tools and laboratories, you will contribute throughout the development lifecycle, from early-stage prototyping and simulation to system verification.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, simulate, and verify FPGA-based digital systems using VHDL and/or Verilog.

• Develop complex functions for high-speed optical communication protocols, high-speed buses, EtherCAT communication, data acquisition, digital filters, and HVDC control and protection systems.

• Perform FPGA simulation and verification using ModelSim or equivalent tools.

• Work with hardware design activities and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including requirements specifications, design specifications, and verification specifications.

• Support rapid prototyping, testing, debugging, and product industrialisation.

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders in an agile engineering environment to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.

• Follow established engineering practices, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and integrity.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Hands-on experience in FPGA design using VHDL and/or Verilog.

• Experience with ModelSim for simulation and verification of FPGA designs.

• General knowledge of digital hardware design.

• Experience with one or more FPGA development toolchains, such as Xilinx ISE, AMD Xilinx Vivado, Lattice Diamond, Intel FPGA tools, Microchip/Microsemi tools, or equivalent.

• Ability to prepare and maintain technical documentation, including requirements, design, and verification specifications.

• Professional proficiency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge or experience in EtherCAT (ECAT) communication.

• Basic Python programming skills.

• Experience with high-speed digital communication, control systems, or protection systems.

• Experience in testing, debugging, and verifying FPGA-based hardware.

• Knowledge of Swedish is an advantage.

What you can expect

• The opportunity to work on technically challenging FPGA and digital hardware projects.

• Exposure to advanced communication, control, and protection technologies.

• A collaborative engineering environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.

• Access to modern development tools and laboratory facilities.

• The opportunity to contribute to reliable, high-performance solutions in a demanding engineering domain.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a proactive and analytical engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges. You should be comfortable collaborating with different stakeholders, taking ownership of your work, and working in an agile environment where responsiveness, quality, and teamwork are important.

Location: Västerås, Sweden
Employment type: Full-time
Workplace: On-site / Hybrid