Signal and Power Integrity Engineer - Hardware

NVIDIA Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 116,000 - 189,750; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Signal and Power Integrity Engineer in Austin, Texas. The position involves crafting solutions for complex system design challenges, conducting signal integrity simulations, and optimizing PCB designs. Ideal candidates will have a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, at least 2 years of industry experience, and strong skills in applied electromagnetics and modeling tools. A competitive salary from $116,000 to $189,750 is offered based on experience, alongside equity options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of industry experience.
• Strong background in applied electromagnetics and signal processing.
• Hands on experience with 3-D modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Crafting signal integrity solutions to complex design problems.
• Modeling and optimization of vias and connectors.
• System-level signal integrity simulations of high-speed interfaces.

Skills

Applied electromagnetics

Transmission line theory

Signal processing

3-D modeling tools

Lab measurements

Debugging

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

ANSYS HFSS/Q3D

MATLAB

Cadence Allegro

Job description

Signal and Power Integrity Engineer - Hardware page is loaded## Signal and Power Integrity Engineer - Hardwarelocations: US, CA, Santa Clara: US, TX, Austintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR2014809We are now looking for a Signal & Power Integrity Engineer!NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can tackle, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. This is a dynamic team working with state of the art, unique technology. If you are someone that loves a challenge, come join this diverse team and help move the needle!**What you'll be doing:*** Work on crafting creative Signal Integrity solutions to complex system design problems.* Modeling and Optimization of vias, connectors, sockets, breakouts and various system components in 3D EM tools.* System-level signal integrity simulations of high-speed NVlink 200Gbs+, USB-4, PCIe5, GDDR6, LP5X and other interfaces.* Constant improvements of SI models using data from lab measurements and/or modelling tool/methodology updates.* Substrate and board layout SI guidelines creation, review and post layout SI extractions.* Simulation automation, data gathering, analysis and visualization using JMP, MATLAB or similar tools.* Opportunity to work in a dynamic cross-functional role to optimize package, PCB, ASIC, mixed signal circuit.**What we need to see:*** BS/MS-Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience with minimum 2+ years of industry experience.* Strong technical background in applied electromagnetics, transmission line theory and signal processing will be highly valued.* SI work on one or more signaling standards like PCI express, USB, SATA, HDMI, HBM, DDR5, GDDR6, LPDDR5X, etc.* Hands on use of 3-D modeling tools like ANSYS HFSS/Q3D, 2.5-D with ANSYS SIWAVE or similar and 2D such as Ansys2D.* Familiarity with a system level timing or loss budget including silicon, package and board impairments.* Background with use of VNA, TDR, DSO, ParBERT and use of tools/applications like ADS, Ansys Designer, JMP, Matlab, Cadence Allegro will be a plus.**Ways to stand out from the crowd:*** Experience in SI simulation and verification of test sockets, LGA sockets and mezzanine connectors, and designing channels which include them.* Expertise in one or more of the high speed interface SI/PI design on any industry standard system platforms.* Experience with lab measurements, debugging, SI lab correlation using oscilloscope/ spectrum analyzer/ VNA.* Knowledge of circuit design, board/pkg technology & design, link architecture, timing budget methodologies.* Familiarity with PDN evaluation using layout extraction tools for packages and PCBs and spice-based time domain simulationsYour base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 116,000 USD - 189,750 USD for Level 2, and 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3.You will also be eligible for equity and .Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 21, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.