Manager, Design Eval

Analog Devices; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision and dental coverage

401k plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking a Manager Design Evaluation Engineering to lead bench evaluation activities for ASIC/SoC products in the newly formed Digital ASIC Business Unit at the ADWL location.

You will build and mentor an Eval team, drive post‑silicon validation from first silicon bring‑up to full characterization, and collaborate with global design, test and applications teams. The role requires strong technical depth in digital/mixed-signal validation, robust bench software skills, and

Qualifications

• Have an degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Have 10+ years of hands‑on experience in high-speed digital validation of MCUs like ARM cortex, DSPs & NPUs.
• Have experience in characterization of high-speed interfaces like DDR3, PCIe, USB, HDMI etc.
• Have experience in validating protocols like I²C, I³C, SPI and similar serial interfaces.
• Have experience in running performance benchmarks at system level for power & speed for MCUs, DSPs & NPUs.
• Have experience in schematic design and layout review for evaluation boards.
• Have experience in validating and characterizing mixed‑signal analog blocks.
• Have ability to interact with the Applications team and carve out system level usecase scenarios for bench validation.
• Have knowledge of bench software development and working knowledge of IAR, Keil and other tool chains.
• Have good analytical & statistical skills and knowledge of python programming.
• Be well versed with the usage of bench equipment such as Oscilloscope, VI meter, Signal generator and analyzers.
• Be capable of working with the test engineers/test team to plan out the overall product characterization between Eval & Test.
• Be self‑motivated, and willing to accept responsibility.
• Have the ability to mentor and train the junior engineers as required.
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Design of innovative, reliable and efficient bench hardware and software solutions for digitally complex SoCs.
• Play a key role in DFT definition & development, through direct involvement with the Design team early in the New Product Development, to improve debug and testability.
• Execution of the Eval development phase of projects including silicon functionality, characterization, debug, by closely working with the Test teams to come-up with an overall silicon characterization/measurement plan.
• Supervise, technically guide and participate in hiring Eval team members needed for the new product development.

Skills

High-speed digital validation

Python programming

Bench testing & validation

Analytical & statistical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

IAR

Keil

Oscilloscope

V/I meter

Signal generator

Analyzers

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Job profile: Manager Design Evaluation Engineering

This managerial role will manage the Bench Eval (Validation) activities on any new product development of ASIC and SOC products developed in the newly formed Digital ASIC Business Unit of Analog Devices. This Manager position will be at our ADWL Location and will help build and manage eval engineering team at ADWL and be responsible for bench testing of MCU and Processor PL products by working with local and global design, test, and application teams. It involves managing and working with the Bench Eval team that drive the post-silicon phase of the product development from first silicon bring-up to validation across PVT. The ideal candidate will be technically strong and will have experience in validation aspects for both Digital & Mixed Signal Products, working with cross functional teams like Design, Product & Test..etc with ability to collaborate with ADI global teams.

Responsibilities:

• Design of innovative, reliable and efficient bench hardware and software solutions for digitally complex SoCs.
• Play a key role in DFT definition & development, through direct involvement with the Design team early in the New Product Development, to improve debug and testability.
• Execution of the Eval development phase of projects including silicon functionality, characterization, debug, by closely working with the Test teams to come-up with an overall silicon characterization/measurement plan.
• Supervise, technically guide and participate in hiring Eval team members needed for the new product development.

Qualifications:

• Have a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Have 10+ years of hands‑on experience in high-speed digital validation of MCUs like ARM cortex, DSPs & NPUs
• Have experience in characterization of high-speed interfaces like DDR3, PCIe, USB, HDMI..etc
• Have experience in validating protocols like I²C, I³C, SPI and similar serial interfaces
• Have experience in running performance benchmarks at system level for power & speed for MCUs, DSPs & NPUs
• Have experience in schematic design and layout review for evaluation boards.
• Have experience in validating and characterizing mixed‑signal analog blocks.
• Have ability to interact with the Applications team and carve out system level usecase scenarios for bench validation
• Have knowledge of the bench software development and working knowledge of IAR, Keil and other tool chains
• Have good analytical & statistical skills and knowledge of python programming
• Be well versed with the usage of bench equipment such as Oscilloscope, VI meter, Signal generator and analyzers
• Be capable of working with the test engineers/test team to plan out the overall product characterization between Eval & Test
• Be self‑motivated, and willing to accept responsibility
• Have the ability to mentor and train the junior engineers as required
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills and be a team player

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $135,520 to $196,240.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.