Sr. Electrical Engineer

 

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 value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. 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: 72021 

Skyworks, Irvine Team

 

Skyworks Irvine, our Corporate Headquarters is home to industry leading R&D and Product Development teams in the beautiful beach and university adjacent city of Irvine, California. Irvine and the surrounding areas of Orange County offer an active and vibrant, multi-cultural lifestyle for new grads or established families alike, with the best public schools and one of the safest neighborhoods in the country. With the legendary Southern California weather and a modern growing city around us, Skyworks Irvine is in one of the most desirable locations. 

When you join the team in Irvine you’ll become a part of our uniquely collaborative, multi-disciplinary and open Engineering Community and work in tandem with all of the other engineering and support teams. From day 1, your success is our priority, and you’ll be paired with an experienced mentor to help support you as you become an integral part of our broad and diverse team. You will also have the opportunity to work on different aspects of the design and product development through our job rotation program.

 

Come join our highly successful and rapidly growing team of RF engineers and develop industry-leading products while advancing your career at the same time !

Job Description

You will design circuits that will be used in Skyworks' front-end products used in 5G mobile applications. You will be responsible for the following:

Work with internal teams to derive specifications for LNA and RF switch.

Design, simulate and debug LNA and RF switch circuits fabricated in SOI and CMOS technologies using tools like Cadence, ADS and HFSS.

Design logic using standard gates.

Perform chip top level functional verification before tape out

Present the simulation results in design reviews.

Support evaluation, validation and debug of the circuits in the laboratory using various instruments such as oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer etc.

Support simulation to measurement correlation

Job Requirements

Master's in electrical engineering plus 3 years of experience in designing SOI LNA and RF Switch circuits

Familiarity of CMOS and SOI processes

Deep understanding of device physics, transmission line theory

Familiarity with RF systems concepts such as linearity, noise figure, return loss.

Deep understanding of LNA design and RF switch design

Deep understanding of analog and mixed signal circuit design using Cadence, ADS, HFSS

Familiarity with lab measurements using spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope, signal generator, power supplies.

Ability to work in a group and make presentations.

Familiarity with various productivity tools such as MS office, Excel, Power point.

 

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $87,600 - $167,900 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 character