Principal Engineer - Analog Design
MicrochipJob Title
Principal Engineer - Analog Design
Role Summary
Principal Analog IC Design Engineer responsible for leading design, simulation, and evaluation of core analog IP blocks used in microcontrollers. The role sits in the Analog IP development group and works with layout, system, and digital teams to deliver analog modules for new products.
Experience Level
Senior level - principal role. The posting specifies more than 8 years of analog IC design experience.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include end-to-end analog IP design, verification, and product bring-up.
- Lead transistor-level design and simulation of analog blocks for microcontroller peripherals.
- Define layout floorplans and guide layout designers to meet design and manufacturing requirements.
- Perform IC bench evaluation, validation, and characterization of analog IPs.
- Document designs, support technical issues, and prepare design deliverables.
- Collaborate with system, digital, and cross-functional teams during product development and bring-up.
Requirements
Core technical and collaboration requirements.
Must-have:
- Hands-on analog design experience in deep sub-micron processes, focused on microcontroller peripheral architectures and ultra-low-power, high-speed mixed-signal designs.
- Strong fundamentals in transistor-level analog IC design and device physics.
- Practical experience designing Ultra Low Power Analog Front Ends and power management circuits.
- Proficiency with EDA tools, specifically the Cadence design environment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a global design team.
Preferred / Nice-to-have:
- Working knowledge of ADCs, DACs, and amplifiers.
- Experience with IC bench evaluation and validation.
- Familiarity with microcontroller architecture and SoC verification practices.
Education Requirements
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) is specified, with more than 8 years of analog IC design experience. The posting does not list alternate degree fields or explicit statements about equivalent practical experience.
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.
