Analog/Mixed Signal Layout Engineer

MRL Consulting Group - the semiconductor recruitment company; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in semiconductor technology is seeking a Layout Engineer to contribute to the physical design of advanced RF and microwave components. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies that enable high-performance communication and radar applications. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a team of experts, ensuring layout integrity and performance while optimizing designs for manufacturability. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in high-impact projects that shape the future of wireless communication and radar systems, all within a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative environment with industry experts

Qualifications

• Experience in layout design for RF and microwave semiconductor circuits.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in layout optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize IC layouts for RF and microwave semiconductor devices.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure manufacturability and reliability.

Skills

Layout Design

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of RF Circuit Principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Semiconductor Physics

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Mentor Graphics

Keysight ADS

Job description

Direct message the job poster from MRL Consulting Group - the semiconductor recruitment company

Managing Director, Northern Europe & USA at MRL Consulting Group

USA | High-Frequency Semiconductor Design & Manufacturing

About The Company

Our client is a leading developer and manufacturer of radio frequency (RF), microwave, and millimeter-wave semiconductor devices and components. Their cutting-edge technology enables high-performance communication, radar, and sensing applications across defense, aerospace, and commercial markets.

To support their growing design and production efforts, they are seeking a Layout Engineer based in the USA to contribute to the physical design and layout of advanced RF and microwave semiconductor components.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize IC layouts for RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave semiconductor devices.
• Work closely with circuit designers, process engineers, and test teams to ensure layout integrity and performance.
• Implement DRC, LVS, and parasitic extraction checks to ensure compliance with foundry design rules.
• Optimize layout parasitics, shielding, and electromigration robustness for high-frequency circuits.
• Collaborate with fabrication and packaging teams to ensure manufacturability and reliability.
• Support layout verification, tape-out preparation, and process flow optimization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Physics, or a related field.
• Experience in layout design for RF, microwave, or high-frequency semiconductor circuits.
• Proficiency with layout tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Mentor Graphics, or Keysight ADS.
• Understanding of RF circuit principles, electromagnetic effects, and transmission line design.
• Experience with CMOS, GaAs, GaN, or SiGe process technologies is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in layout optimization and verification.

What The Company Offers

• Opportunity to work on next-generation RF and millimeter-wave semiconductor technologies.
• A collaborative environment with industry-leading experts.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities.
• Involvement in high-impact projects shaping the future of wireless communication and radar systems.

For more details or to apply, please reach out for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Staffing and Recruiting