RF Device Modelling & Characterisation Engineer

RF Device Modelling & Characterisation Engineer focuses on microchip’s nationally-recognized leadership passage programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually.

What the role involves

• Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually.
• The core of modelling is high quality measurement data, the engineer must be proficient in performing On wafer characterisation of GaN devices, Pulsed DC-IVs, S-parameters up to 67.
• Perform On-wafer Active Load-Pull measurements to validate large-signal performance.
• Develop and implement advanced de-embedding and parasitic extraction techniques.
• Maintain GaN HEMT compact device models for use in advanced GaN MMIC design, supporting both Keysight ADS and Cadence AWR Microwave Office EDA platforms.
• Develop and/or verify passive models in conjunction with Foundry available PDK models, performing 2.5D and 3D electromagnetic simulation.

Skills and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, RF, or related field) with 5+ years’ experience in RF/microwave testing and applications engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of RF device modelling and on-wafer characterisation.
• Familiarity with RF EDA tools such as Keysight ADS and Cadence AWR Microwave Office, and/or other 2.5D and 3D electromagnetic simulation, such as HFSS.
• Proficient in operating RF semiconductor test equipment: Probe Stations, Pulsed DC-IV, VNA, etc.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving

Additional role context

• Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us?
• People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world.