Analog/Mixed-Signal Intern

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. invites interns to work on analog and mixed-signal IC design for frequency control and timing applications. You will design transistor-level blocks, simulate subsystems, and support tape-out activities while collaborating across teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on layout supervision, model development, and silicon evaluation with opportunities to contribute to high-volume production.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of analog/mixed-signal circuit concepts, simulation and testing.
• Experience with CAD tools and transistor-level design is required.
• Good communication skills and ability to mentor junior designers.
• Experience with IO formats such as LVDS, LVPECL, LVCMOS, CML, HCSL, etc.

Responsibilities

• Analog/mixed-signal circuit and sub-system design, analysis, and implementation (schematic, sim, layout supervision).
• Develop and use system-level noise models for evaluation of trade-offs and re-simulation.
• Develop and use behavioral models for simulation and verification of subsystems.
• Laboratory measurements, silicon evaluation, debugging, and production test support.

Skills

Analog design

Mixed-signal

Circuit simulation

UNIX

Matlab

Scripting

Version control

PLL knowledge

High-speed design

Timing circuits

Education

MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence

SPICE

Verilog

Perforce

VHDL

Job description

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID:78414

Job Description:

Description

Seeking an analog/mixed-signal design intern for developing complex mixed-signal ICs for Frequency Control, Clock Generation, and other Timing applications. Many of the ICs include phase-locked loops, sigma-delta modulators, ADCs, and various other mixed-signal circuits. The individual will design transistor-level analog circuit blocks, simulate sub-system performance, create and use behavioral models of blocks, do and/or supervise physical layout, verify circuit and chip-level operation and performance, and assist with tape-out related activities. Responsibilities will also include detailed documentation, silicon evaluation and debugging, production test development support, customer support, and other activities as required for the achievement of high-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Analog/mixed-signal circuit and sub-system design, analysis, and implementation (including schematic entry, simulation, layout supervision, etc.)
• Development and use of system-level noise models for evaluation of system-level trade-offs. Improvement of the models and re-simulation throughout the design cycle according to simulated circuit performance to ensure spec compliance of the final overall IC.
• Development and use of behavioral models for simulation of analog and mixed-signal circuits. Verification of analog and mixed-signal sub-systems and the entire chip using transistor-level and behavioral models.
• Laboratory measurements and validation of ICsAssistance with the development of efficient production tests and with customer support.

Required Experience and Skills

Education Requirements

• Currently enrolled in M.S. or Ph. D. in Electrical Engineering

Minimum Requirements

• Strong motivation to contribute to all facets of chip design from conceptualization to release to mass productionExperience with analog and/or mixed-signal IC circuit design in a CAD environmentStrong knowledge of analog/mixed-signal circuit concepts, simulation, and testing techniques.
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills, positive attitude, and willingness to work on a team as a technical leader and mentor to junior members.
• Working knowledge of UNIX, Matlab, and circuit simulation toolsAdditional SKills (One or more of these are highly desirable).
• Experience/knowledge of analog/mixed-signal techniques used in clocking and timing ICs (e.g. PLLs, charge pumps, filters, VCOs, sigma-delta modulators, XOs, multi-format output drivers, system noise analysis, spur management, layout trade-offs, etc.)
• Experience leading other analog/mixed-signal designers, either formally or informallyExperience with IO formats such as LVDS, LVPECL, LVCMOS, CML, HCSL, etc.
• Low-noise analog circuit techniques.
• Low power design and implementation techniques.
• High-speed, high-performance analog/mixed-signal circuit design techniques.
• Experience with IC design at geometries ranging from 130-55 nm.
• Competence in high-level languages (e.g. Matlab, C), scripting languages (e.g. Python, TCL, Perl, SKILL), and version control systems (e.g. Perforce, SVN, SOS).

Desired Experience and Skills

• Prior industry experience in high speed Analog/Timing design.
• AI tool expertise to accelerate design process.

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $29.00 - $49.00 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $23.00 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].