R&D Engineer 5, Hardware

Keysight Technologies
Santa Rosa, CA, United States
9 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$134,950.0 - $224,920.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Software Debugging Firmware Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Integrated Development Environments Python (Programming Language) Schematic Capture Signal Integrity Scripting Rf Circuits

Job description

As an R&D Hardware Engineer, you will have the opportunity to leverage your Electrical Engineering expertise and measurement knowledge to contribute to a range of hands-on projects. You will play a vital role in our product development team, which focuses on designing, developing, and testing RF and microwave test equipment.

We seek a self-motivated engineer who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced development environment. You will be responsible for designing and simulating analog and RF hardware designs, troubleshooting the hardware when it arrives, and working with the cross-functional team, including FPGA, firmware/software, mechanical, materials, and manufacturing engineers. The ideal candidate is equally proficient in design and characterization in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with a diverse, multi-disciplined team that includes R&D, Marketing, Sales, Customer Support, and Production, your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing analog and RF circuits, including appropriate simulations
  • Leading component selection
  • Schematic entry
  • PCB/PCA design
  • Electrical characterization and debug
  • Crafting comprehensive technical documentation
  • Mentor early-career engineers

Requirements

  • BS/MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent applicable experience
  • 10+ years industry experience designing, debugging, documenting, and shipping electronic hardware products
  • Knowledge of circuit theory, transmission line theory, and high-speed signal design
  • Printed circuit board design experience, including experience with high-speed signal integrity
  • Experience designing for high RF output power applications
  • Experience with CAD/CAE design tools
  • Ability to use scripting languages such as Python for instrument control and data collection
  • Proactive in issue discovery and resolution
  • Good analytical problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills, both written and oral
  • Ability to work independently and tackle challenging tasks
  • Ability to function effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies
  • Hands-on experience in using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc. to validate analog designs

Benefits & conditions

USD $134,950.00 - USD $224,920.00 Year

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region. The level of this role will be based on applicable experience, education, and skills; most offers will be be between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range listed.

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life, Accident, Disability insurance
  • Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Discounts, Perks
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

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Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Keysight is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW, EEO is the Law Poster Supplement. See all of our notices regarding accommodations and EEO.

About the company

Keysightis on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learnmoreabout what we do.

Ouraward-winningculture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions.We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

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