EDA Application Engineer

Job Title

EDA Application Engineer

Role Summary

Provide application support for electromagnetic (EM) simulation across RFIC, package, and module development teams. The role focuses on troubleshooting simulation setups, resolving tool-related issues, supporting correlation/verification activities, and enabling efficient use of EM tools by design and product teams.

Experience Level

Entry-level / Early Career — typically requires about 2+ years of relevant experience in RF, microwave, electromagnetics, or simulation-related engineering.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day technical support and coordination to ensure accurate EM simulation results and workflow efficiency.

• Provide day-to-day support to design teams using electromagnetic simulation tools.
• Assist with simulation setup, model creation, meshing, convergence troubleshooting, and result interpretation.
• Investigate and troubleshoot EM tool issues, bugs, and workflow challenges.
• Work with EDA vendors and internal teams to resolve software issues and improve tool usability.
• Maintain simulation environments, software releases, and computing resources.
• Execute EM simulations using available computing infrastructure and help optimize runtimes.
• Deliver training and best-practice guidance to enable users to use EM simulation tools effectively.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience.

• Approximately 2+ years of hands-on experience in RF, microwave, electromagnetics, or simulation engineering.
• Basic understanding of electromagnetic theory, RF fundamentals, and numerical simulation methods.
• Practical experience with Ansys HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, or similar EM simulation tools.
• Exposure to RFIC, MMIC, package, antenna, or RF module development through coursework, internships, or industry experience.
• Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting ability, and clear verbal/written communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills; ability to coordinate with designers, modeling teams, and vendors.

Nice-to-have:

• Familiarity with Linux environments and high-performance computing systems.
• Basic Python scripting experience.
• Experience supporting or troubleshooting engineering software applications.

Education Requirements

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline. Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline. The posting also accepts an equivalent amount of advanced education and experience in lieu of the stated degree requirements.

About the Company

Company: Qorvo

Headquarters: Greensboro, NC, US

Qorvo supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that enhance connectivity and power for a variety of applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, and healthcare. With a focus on RF and power solutions, Qorvo combines technology leadership and global manufacturing to address complex challenges in fast-growing industries. Their commitment to excellence and innovation drives them to shape the future of wireless communications.