Jr. ASIC Design Engineer

Fermilab; Batavia (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,800 - 93,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Accounts

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Onsite day care

Job summary

Fermilab in Batavia, Illinois is seeking a Junior ASIC Design Engineer to engage in the design and development of custom instrumentation for extreme radiation environments. You will play a key role in analog and RF ASIC design, using tools like Cadence and working closely in a team environment. A Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering discipline is required. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution.
• Familiarity with principles of instrumentation for radiation detection.
• Experience with industry-standard CAD/EDA design tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform leading roles in Analog and RF ASIC design projects.
• Develop design specifications for ASICs.
• Design circuit networks using schematic entry and layout tools.
• Model circuit networks in hardware-description languages.
• Build test benches and carry out circuit simulations.
• Execute physical and functional circuit verification.

Skills

Analytical engineering calculations

Schematic drawing

Teamwork in design projects

Industry-standard CAD/EDA tools

Instrumentation for radiation detection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Synopsys

Mentor

Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is: $70,800.00-$93,200.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior ASIC Design Engineer to lead and contribute to research activities and engineering work focused on developing custom instrumentation for extreme radiation and/or cryogenic environments.

What your day-to-day as a Junior ASIC Design Engineer at Fermilab will look like

• Performing a leading role in Analog and RF ASIC design projects, while being able to contribute individually to major design tasks.
• Developing design specifications for ASICs based on theoretical analyses and in conjunction with application needs.
• Designing circuit networks using schematic entry and layout tools with full custom or timing-driven layout tools in Cadence CAD/EDA or a similar environment.
• Models circuit networks and system components in hardware-description languages (Verilog-A and Verilog/SystemVerilog).
• Building test benches and carries out analog and/or RF circuit simulations.
• Executing physical and functional circuit and system verification.
• Preparing documentation and participates in test-board designs and laboratory testing.
• Delivering presentations internally, at national and international workshops, and at the topical conferences.
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abiding by and being responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Readiness for working on challenging projects that may have tight schedules.
• Capability of working as part of a design team in a research and development environment.
• Experience with industry‑standard front‑end and back‑end CAD/EDA design tools, such as Cadence, Synopsys and Mentor for the IC design.
• Familiarity with principles of instrumentation for radiation detection with solid state or gaseous detectors and usages in extreme environments, like cryogenic or radiation harsh conditions.
• Strong computer skills and competence in performing analytical engineering calculations, in drawing schematics and in documentation.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: is a work arrangement in which an employee as part of an ongoing regular schedule, works at an alternative worksite in the United States (e.g., an employee’s residence) on some days and at the primary worksite on other days. Requires an approved hybrid work request for one or more days a week worked remotely within the United States on a routine basis.

Benefits/Perks

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long‑term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.