Mixed Signal Circuit Design Engineer

Mixed Signal Circuit Design Engineer

Tompkins County, NY

Must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder

Role

We are seeking an experienced R&D Engineer specializing in mixed-signal integrated circuit design. This role involves designing, verifying, and validating custom ICs while supporting the full development cycle from architecture through silicon testing.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate mixed-signal and RF circuits including ADCs, PLLs, VCOs, RF amplifiers, and digital support blocks
• Support CMOS implementation, tape-out coordination, packaging, and PCB design
• Perform system modeling and analysis using MATLAB and Python
• Develop and execute lab validation and automated characterization of fabricated chips
• Utilize lab equipment such as high-speed oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and FPGA-based test platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sensor and hardware integration
• Prepare technical documentation and assist with research proposal or grant writing

Qualifications

• PhD preferred in Electrical Engineering or related field, or Master’s with 5+ years of IC design experience
• Experience with multiple CMOS tape-outs and silicon bring-up
• Demonstrated work with ADCs, VCOs, PLLs, RF amplifiers, and digital circuits
• Proficiency with Cadence design tools, plus MATLAB and Python