RF Device Characterization & Modeling Engineer

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

pSemi Corporation, a Murata company, in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Device Development and Modeling Engineer to characterize and model its UltraCMOS process technology. This hands-on R&D role requires lab-based measurements, data analysis, and model extraction in a collaborative environment.

You will design characterization plans, perform DC IV, CV, and S-parameter measurements, analyze data, and contribute to device development and model validation, while developing automation tools and

Qualifications

• Understanding of semiconductor device physics, microelectronics, RF engineering, or IC design.
• Experience with laboratory measurement equipment and characterization techniques including DC IV, CV, and S-parameter measurements.
• Knowledge of RF device modeling and model extraction concepts.
• Knowledge of RF and analog circuit concepts.
• Experience with S-parameter calibration and de-embedding techniques.
• Understanding of FET, SOI, CMOS and HBT device operation.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or similar scientific computing environments.
• Experience with Keysight ADS, Cadence Virtuoso, IC-CAP, or similar EDA tools.
• Experience analyzing technical data using engineering tools and software.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute characterization plans for semiconductor devices using advanced wafer-level DC and RF measurement systems.
• Perform hands-on laboratory measurements and data collection to support device development, technology characterization, and model generation activities.
• Analyze characterization data to investigate device behavior, identify performance trends, and understand non-ideal or non-classical effects.
• Collaborate with device, process, modeling, and circuit design engineers to evaluate new technologies and resolve technical challenges.
• Develop and maintain measurement automation scripts and data analysis tools to improve testing efficiency and data quality.
• Support the specification, evaluation, and implementation of advanced characterization equipment and measurement methodologies.
• Troubleshoot measurement systems, test structures, and experimental setups to support root-cause analysis of technical issues.
• Contribute to device development, model validation and model extraction activities through data review and statistical analysis.
• Capable to perform basic model extraction of passive and/or active devices.
• Document experimental procedures, measurement methodologies, and technical findings through reports, presentations, and internal knowledge-sharing resources.
• Maintain device and modeling documentation and support updates to internal technical databases and websites.

Skills

RF engineering

S-parameter measurements

Python

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Device modeling

CMOS SOI

Education

MS in EE or related field

BS in EE or related field + 2 years experience

Tools

Keysight ADS

Cadence Virtuoso

IC-CAP

MATLAB

Job description

pSemi Corporation, a Murata company, in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Device Development and Modeling Engineer to characterize and model its UltraCMOS process technology. This hands-on R&D role requires lab-based measurements, data analysis, and model extraction in a collaborative environment.

You will design characterization plans, perform DC IV, CV, and S-parameter measurements, analyze data, and contribute to device development and model validation, while developing automation tools and