Advanced ASIC FPGA Engineer

Anysilicon; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Anysilicon in Idaho is seeking an experienced ASIC/FPGA Engineer to join the Idaho Scientific group. The role focuses on FPGA design, simulation, verification, and documentation for mission-critical products within a cross-functional team.

You will create test plans, define interfaces, evaluate development flows, verify results, and document designs using established standards and tools across the ASIC/FPGA lifecycle. DoD clearance and US citizenship required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5+ years of relevant experience or Master's with 3+ years.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Create test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria.
• Define module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation.
• Determine architecture, system simulation, and detailed design approaches for assigned work.
• Evaluate the FPGA development flow, including high-level design, synthesis, place and route, timing, and power/resource utilization.
• Verify test results, analyze performance, and document designs and results.
• Research and analyze customer specifications, proposals, technical data, and manuals for design feasibility.
• Review vendor capabilities, device libraries, and simulation tools; recommend components and technologies based on specs and reliability.
• Generate technical engineering products using established standards, processes, procedures, and tools across the ASIC/FPGA life cycle.
• Contribute to major programs and projects and improve ASIC/FPGA engineering processes.

Skills

FPGA engineering

VHDL/Verilog

C/C++ programming

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado

Altera Quartus

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced ASIC/FPGA Engineer to join our Idaho Scientific group. This role involves designing and deploying secure system solutions as part of a cross-functional team, focusing on FPGA design, simulation, verification, and documentation for mission-critical products.

Responsibilities:

• Create test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria.
• Define module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation.
• Determine architecture, system simulation, and detailed design approaches for assigned work.
• Evaluate the FPGA development flow, including high-level design, synthesis, place and route, timing, and power or resource utilization.
• Verify test results, analyze performance, and document designs and results.
• Research and analyze customer specifications, proposals, technical data, and manuals to determine design or application feasibility.
• Review relevant vendor capabilities, device libraries, and simulation tools; recommend components and technologies based on specifications, reliability, and program needs.
• Generate technical engineering products using established standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the ASIC/FPGA development life cycle.
• Contribute to major programs and projects and improve ASIC/FPGA engineering processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Skills:

• Fully proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of ASIC/FPGA engineering processes, concepts, principles, and design tools.
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and think creatively when solving complex technical problems.
• Keeps current with relevant ASIC/FPGA technology trends and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven FPGA RTL development experience in VHDL or Verilog.
• Fluent in embedded C or C++ programming.
• Experience with Xilinx Vivado and/or Altera Quartus software.