Analog Design Engineer

Location: Camarillo, California

Our Team:

Semtech Corporation is a leading global supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms for high-end consumer, enterprise computing, communications, and industrial equipment. As our opportunities have increased in recent years, we have continued to invest in disruptive analog platforms and have created innovative new solutions for a wide range of leading-edge products.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the design and development of leading-edge protection products. Reporting directly to the Design Engineering Manager and interfacing with Applications, Marketing, Packaging, and Integration Engineers. The design engineer is responsible for all phases of the new product development lifecycle, from market definition through production release. This includes the definition, design and simulation, validation, and qualification of new products throughout the range of protection requirements ranging from ESD threats in today’s portable electronic devices through lightning threats to servers and communications infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all phases of the new product development lifecycle from market definition to production release, including the definition, design and simulation, validation, and qualification of new products throughout the range of protection requirements.

• Design and develop next generation transient voltage suppressor (TVS) circuits using knowledge of advanced semiconductor transistors and performance optimization techniques.

• Conduct design feasibility studies based on device modelling and simulation using PSpice/Silvaco software.

• Perform device characterization data analysis to verify device model and performance.

• Collaborate with the process integration team to propose silicon wafer process flow and Design of Experiments (DoE) process conditions for prototype trials.

• Collaborate with package design engineers to propose high-performance package solutions.

• Work closely with applications engineers and marketing personnel regarding new product definition and specification.

• Provide development engineering support to subcontractors, including yield analysis, transfer and set-up of new products, and technical troubleshooting of development issues.

• Communicate with product engineers, integration engineers, equipment engineers and reliability engineers to resolve technical issues and ensure an expeditious release to production.

• Ensure finished products adhere to specifications and Quality Control (QC) standards prior to release.

• (Optional) Perform circuit-level simulation with PDK technology, including testbench setup, corner simulation, and parameter optimization.

• (Optional) Conduct feasibility study on PDK technology by doing device/component level simulation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MS Electrical and Computer Engineering or equivalent qualifying experience 

• Appropriate knowledge of bipolar, BiCMOS or power discrete device physics, and silicon level design techniques.

• Must have good oral and written communication skills.

• Must have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to become part of a dynamic engineering team which values growth and innovation of both products and individuals.

Desired Qualifications

• MS Electrical and Computer Engineering or equivalent qualifying experience 

• Qualifying experience must include 2 years in the following areas:

  • Power Electronic Circuit Design

  • Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) Circuits (preferred)

  • Advanced Semiconductor Transistors

  • Silicon Wafer Process Flow

  • Device Characterization Data Analysis

  • PSpice/Silvaco Software

  • Design of Experiments (DoE)

• Appropriate knowledge of bipolar, BiCMOS or power discrete device physics, and silicon level design techniques.

• Experience in device simulation tools and CAD software.

• Must have good oral and written communication skills.

• Must have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to become part of a dynamic engineering team which values growth and innovation of both products and individuals.

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $83,700 - $120,900. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.