Senior Analog Design Engineer

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks is seeking a highly skilled Analog Power Design Engineer to advance next-generation PMICs and power-management ICs. This hybrid role requires on-site presence several days weekly at our Richardson, TX office.

You will drive architecture, design, and validation, collaborating with global teams to deliver high-efficiency, reliable products for mobile, IoT, and industrial markets. A Master’s degree and 3+ years in analog/mixed-signal IC design are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 3+ years in semiconductor analog/mixed-signal IC design.
• Experience with EDA tools and layout interaction.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design high-performance analog power management ICs with focus on efficiency.
• Define architecture and specifications with system engineers.
• Select circuit topologies ensuring robustness and manufacturability.
• Perform transistor-level design, simulation, and validation.
• Coordinate with layout engineers for silicon performance optimization.
• Collaborate with global teams to align development strategies.
• Define validation methodologies with test and characterization teams.
• Present design decisions and trade-offs in reviews.

Skills

Analog IC design

Mixed-signal IC design

Technical communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Simplis

ADS

EMIR tools

Parasitic extraction tools

Job description

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 78845

Description

Skyworks Power Management division is at the forefront of innovation in Power Loss Protection, PMICs, Motor Control, and Battery Management solutions, serving a diverse range of applications across Mobile, Consumer, IoT, and Industrial markets. We are seeking a highly skilled Analog Power Design Engineer to develop next-generation, high-performance power management solutions. In this role, you will drive architecture, design, and validation of industry-leading analog power ICs, collaborating closely with cross-functional global teams to deliver world-class products that set new benchmarks in efficiency, reliability, and performance.

This is a hybrid position where the expectation is to be onsite multiple days a week in our Richardson TX office.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of high-performance analog power management ICs, ensuring best-in-class efficiency, power density, and reliability.
• Collaborate with system engineers to define product architecture and specifications, balancing performance, power, and cost requirements.
• Select and implement optimal circuit topologies, ensuring robustness, yield, and manufacturability.
• Conduct transistor-level design, simulation, and validation to meet functional and performance specifications.
• Work closely with layout engineers to optimize floor planning, parasitic, and overall silicon performance.
• Engage with global design teams, including colleagues in Asia, to align on development strategies and execution plans.
• Partner with test and characterization engineers to define validation methodologies, troubleshoot design issues, and optimize production test strategies.
• Drive technical reviews and documentation, presenting design decisions, analysis, and trade-offs to internal stakeholders.

Required Experience And Skills

• A minimum of a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years of engineering experience (or an equivalent amount of education and expereince) working in the semiconductor industry with expereince in analog and/or mixed-signal Integrated circuit (IC) design
• Ability to communicate highly technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools such as EMIR tools capacitive coupling tools and flows, parasitic extraction tools, floating nodes, etc.

Desired Experience And Skills

• PhD in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso, Simplis, and ADS
• Hands-on lab experience supporting high frequency switching power supplies in the semiconductor power management industry
• Experience with production release of power management ICs

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $86,600 - $182,500 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].