Principal Engineer, Analog Design
MicrochipJob Title
Principal Engineer, Analog Design
Role Summary
Join the Timing and Communication Group (TCG) analog IP team to design, simulate and validate analog and mixed-signal blocks for multi-GHz PLLs, high-speed digital interfaces, MEMS drivers and high-performance I/O pads used in mixed-signal SoC products.
Experience Level
Senior - principal-level role. Requires a minimum of 5 years' direct experience in analog and mixed-signal circuit design.
Responsibilities
The position involves hands-on analog IP design and verification across process and system levels. Key responsibilities include:
- Design analog IP blocks in collaboration with analog design leads and architects.
- Simulate circuits across process corners and operating conditions.
- Develop behavioral and device models for inclusion in top-level mixed-signal simulations.
- Perform block-level silicon validation and system-level laboratory evaluation.
- Contribute to high-speed interface, PLL/DLL and ADC/DAC design and integration activities.
- Work with multi-site teams and support documentation and handoffs required for SoC integration.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience; listed as concise must / preferred distinctions.
- Must-have: Minimum 5 years of direct experience in analog and mixed-signal circuit design.
- Must-have: Practical experience with ADCs, DACs, filters, PLLs, DLLs and high-speed I/Os.
- Must-have: Strong fundamentals in circuit theory, circuit design and layout.
- Must-have: Hands-on experience with Cadence IC design flow and tools.
- Must-have: Scripting and automation experience using Skill, Python, Perl and Tcl.
- Must-have: Proficiency in Verilog-A for behavioral modeling and analog simulation.
- Preferred: System-level mixed-signal design expertise and familiarity with MEMS driver circuits.
- Preferred: Experience collaborating with multi-site teams; good communication and teamwork skills.
- Other: Travel expectation up to ~25%.
Education Requirements
Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering is required (Maîtrise or Doctorat en génie électrique). No other degree or certification specified; equivalent academic credentials were not mentioned.
About the Company
Company: Microchip
Headquarters: Chandler, Arizona, USA
Microchip is a leading semiconductor company focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance the human experience. With a commitment to empowering innovation, Microchip prioritizes the value of its employees by fostering a culture that supports their growth and contributions.
