Electronic Design Engineer, Principal

MACOM; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM is seeking a seasoned electrical engineer to design mixed signal circuits for RF systems ranging from VHF to mmWave, from watts to kilowatts of power. The role emphasizes analog control theory, op-amps, comparators, digital control, and interfaces (I2C, CAN), with experience in PMICs and mixed signal board design.

You will collaborate with layout, process and electrical teams, test designs in the lab, and communicate results clearly.

Qualifications

• BS degree in electrical engineering or equivalent; 10+ years of applicable experience.
• Ability to analyze and resolve highly complex technical problems quickly and independently.
• Experience working with microprocessors and mixed signal circuit design.

Responsibilities

• Design power supplies and analog/digital control circuits for RF systems.
• Develop state machines and control logic for diverse power and RF applications.
• Collaborate with layout, mechanical, process, and electrical engineers; test in lab.

Skills

Analog control theory

Digital control systems

Team collaboration

Lab testing

Clear communication

Microprocessor control

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ADS

LTspice

Microwave Office

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Job Description:

MACOM is looking a seasoned, well rounded, electrical engineer with experience designing various mixed signal circuits, including power supplies, analog and digital control logic, state machines, to be used with RF systems ranging from VHF to mmWave, Watts to Kilowatts of power. Strong knowledge of analog control theory and circuits (op amps, comparators, analog logic), digital control systems and interfaces (I2C, CAN) required. Experience with microprocessors, single board computers, CPLDs, FPGA is highly desirable. Previous experience with multilayer board design with mixed signal analog/digital highly desirable.

Candidate is expected to be versed and skilled in areas such as:

• Using simulations tools such as ADS, LTspice, Microwave Office, or other similar tools.
• Understanding of microprocessor-controlled systems.
• Ability to analyze and resolve highly complex technical problems quickly and independently.
• Ability to work with a team including layout engineers, mechanical engineers, process engineers, and electrical engineers.
• Ability to work in a lab environment to test and verify circuit designs.
• Must be able to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.

Job Requirements:

• Power supply design implementation, verification
• Analog control circuit design
• State machine design with analog and digital controls
• I2C, SPI, CAN interface design
• Design circuitry around various instrumentation op-amps, latch logic circuits
• Design circuitry using power controllers, RF device sequencers
• Design circuity using temperature sensors, envelope detectors
• Design power supply and control filtering circuits

Additional Requirements:

• BS degree in electrical engineering or equivalent and 10+ years of applicable experience is desired.
• ITAR regulations apply

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

ITAR:

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible:

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Benefits:

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.