RF Hardware Design Engineer (North Reading, MA, US)

LitePoint; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Teradyne is seeking an experienced RF/Millimeter-Wave Design Engineer to join the North Reading, MA team. You will be a senior member of the instrument design group, collaborating with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality test and measurement instruments operating up to 80 GHz and beyond.

The role focuses on RF system architectures, MMIC interactions, and prototype design using ADS and HFSS, with an emphasis on DFM/DFT and close collaboration with internal and

Qualifications

• MSEE degree or equivalent with 10+ years of RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuit design up to 80 GHz
• PhD strongly preferred
• Experience designing RF/microwave circuits above 80 GHz and working with MMIC vendors

Responsibilities

• Develop RF system architectures and cascade analysis for millimeter-wave instruments up to 80 GHz and beyond
• Design measurement systems and define block-level electrical specifications
• Create prototypes using ADS and HFSS and validate in lab environments
• Collaborate with mechanical, software and manufacturing teams to ensure DFM/DFT readiness
• Prepare technical documents and specifications; support design-for-manufacturing processes

Skills

Millimeter-wave design

RF system design

Simulation tools

ADS

HFSS

Education

MSEE degree or equivalent

PhD preferred

Tools

SystemVue

ADS

HFSS

Job description

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

At Teradyne, our employees are on the cutting edge of technological advancements within the electronics testing industry. If you want to be a part of true innovation and be inspired to change the face of technology, this is the place for you. At Teradyne you will work with other passionate leaders and make critical contributions to the ever-changing world of electronics.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced RF/Millimeter-Wave Design Engineer to join our North Reading, MA team, the person that fills this role will be a Senior member in our instrument design team. As an individual contributor you will work with other members of the design team including cross functionally with mechanical, software and manufacturing to design high quality / state-of-the-art test and measurement instruments operating at frequencies up to 80 GHz and beyond.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and evaluate RF system architectures, including detailed cascade analysis and system analysis
• Work with MMIC device vendors and contribute to Teradyne semiconductor strategy
• Design measurement system and define block level electrical specifications
• Develop prototype designs generally using ADS and HFSS
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure designs are consistent with manufacturing constraints, including Design-For-Manufacturing (DFM) and Design-For-Test (DFT)
• Develop test plans and perform module level design verification in the lab
• Work closely with manufacturing to resolve process related performance issues to root cause and corrective action.
• Develop hardware documents such as technical assessments, implementation specifications and layered specification documents.
• Participate in technical discussions and exchanges regarding technology developments, next generation developments and roadmaps

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Must have extensive experience developing millimeter wave circuits above 80 GHz
• Must have extensive experience designing RF and microwave systems
• Must have a strong understanding of state-of-the-art technology and practice for designing above 80 GHz
• Must have worked with materials and manufacturing teams to understand technology and process tradeoffs to develop high quality / high reliability designs
• Must have experience producing quality designs using simulation tools such as SystemVue, ADS and HFSS.

Education Requirements

• MSEE degree or equivalent with 10+ years of experience in RF, analog, and mixed signal circuit design up to 80 GHz
• PhD preferred.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $150,400 - $240.600. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan

This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.