Power Management Systems Design and Verification Engineer

QUALCOMM, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks a PMIC Systems Engineer to research, specify, design, develop, integrate and verify power management hardware and software at chipset level. Collaboration with cross-functional teams ensures system performance and power metrics meet expectations.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of related engineering experience and advanced Python or scripting skills, with strong PCB layout and battery interface knowledge. Salary range reflects seniority and location in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Applies PMIC systems knowledge to research, design, and develop hardware and software solutions at chipset/feature level.
• Specifies power management products and supporting software to meet chipset requirements.
• Assists in test platform HW/SW development, test planning, and post-silicon verification.
• Triages system-level problems to identify root cause.
• Develops and reviews PCB schematics and layout under guidance from senior engineers.
• Utilizes MATLAB, Excel, and Mentor Graphics to execute system design.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Excel

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > PMIC SystemsGeneral Summary:As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital and RF transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm PMIC Systems Engineer you will research, specify, design, develop, integrate, and verify power management hardware and software solutions at the chipset and/or feature level. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system-level performance and power metrics meet and exceed industry and customer expectations.Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 1+ year of Software, Hardware, Electrical, Systems, or related engineering work experience.ORMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.Preferred Qualifications:• 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: SMPS, LDO, Buck Converters, Boost Converters, Clock system generation and distribution, Battery charging and USB, Wireless battery charger, Battery fuel gauging, Haptics ERM/LRA, Precision references, Mobile phone hardware, PWB design, Chipset infrastructure and digital interfaces.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:• Applies knowledge of PMIC Systems to assist in the research, design, and development hardware and software solutions at the chipset and/or feature level.• Specifies power management products, functions, and supporting software to meet chipset level requirements.• Assists in test platform HW/SW development, test planning, and post-silicon verification.• Triages problems at the system-level to determine root cause.• Applies expertise in power electronics (switch mode and linear), high bandwidth/low latency control interfaces, thermal analysis, power distribution networks, firmware coding, Python or similar scripting languages, PCB layout and construction, battery chemistry and industry standard interfaces in order to define, design, test, integrate and produce power management systems.• Develops and reviews PCB schematics and design layouts for a specific sub-system of chipset design under guidance from more senior engineers.• Utilizes design and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Excel and Mentor Graphics to execute the system design of a specific chipset and/or feature.• Documents basic details about components, data, and functionality for a PMIC.Level of Responsibility:• Works under supervision.• Decision-making affects direct area of work and/or work group.• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information.• Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :$99,500.00 - $149,300.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. 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