Lead IC Applications Engineer

Coherent; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a hands-on RFIC test engineer to evaluate prototype silicon, perform 20GHz+ measurements, and automate measurement lab workflows.

You will develop product collateral, assist customers pre- and post-sale, and collaborate across disciplines to define new products, while supporting ISO/quality procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Hybrid on-site lab role with emphasis on teamwork, safety, and continuous innovation.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years, or M.Sc. with 7+, or PhD with 5+ years.
• Experience with wafer probing of RFICs >20GHz.
• Experience with measurement automation in Python, C or similar.
• Experience with creation of IC product collateral (datasheets, evaluation boards, etc.).
• Familiar with RF board level design & layout practices.
• Experience with technical customer support.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on efficient evaluation of prototype silicon and RF/mmWave measurements.
• Laboratory automation and control of RF/mmWave wafer prober and measurement equipment.
• Develop product collateral such as datasheets, evaluation boards, and evaluation software.
• Provide technical support (pre- and post-sale) to internal and external customers.
• Contribute to new product definitions in collaboration with other disciplines and customers.
• Collaborate with corporate cross-functional teams on advanced developments.

Skills

RFIC measurements

Python scripting

Lab equipment operation

RF fundamentals

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

MCU/FPGA programming

Education

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Hands-on efficient evaluation of prototype silicon, including electro-optical measurements.
• Laboratory Automation and control of RF/mmwave wafer prober and measurement equipment.
• Develop product collateral such as datasheets, evaluation boards & evaluation software.
• Provide technical support (pre- and post-sale) to internal and external customers.
• Contribute to new product definitions in collaboration with other disciplines, internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with corporate cross-functional teams on advanced developments.

Education & Experience

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering + 10 years of experience, or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering + 7 years of experience, or PhD in Electrical Engineering + 5 years of experience.
• Experience with wafer probing of RFIC's > 20GHz.
• Experience with measurement automation in python, C or similar.
• Experience with creation of IC product collateral (datasheets, evaluation boards, etc.).
• Familiar with RF board level design & layout practices.
• Experience with technical customer support.

Skills

• Ability to perform hands-on RFIC (20GHz+) measurements of CMOS and SiGe BICMOS RF/mmW amplifiers.
• Excellent understanding of S-parameters, transmission lines, linearity measurements and wafer RF probing.
• Lab equipment such as VNAs, PNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, AWGs, DCAs and other test equipment used in the validation of high-speed ICs.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python.
• General understanding of wired and optical communication systems & signal processing is preferred (FFE equalizers, communication channel SNR analysis, PAM4, QPSK, 16QAM).
• Basic understanding of optical devices (lasers, Mach-Zehnder modulators, EMLs, silicon photonics) is desirable.
• Optical Coherent system knowledge is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of microcontroller, DSP, and/or FPGA programming is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills and strong independence.
• Self-motivated with innovative thinking.

Working Conditions

• 40-hour work week, on-site engineering lab. Hybrid schedule is available depending on work activities.
• Some work will be performed in IC characterization lab.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, carrying out multiple projects at a time.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for manipulating measurement probes, typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

• I ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust
• C ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• A ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome
• R espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone
• E nthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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