Career Accelerator Program - Analog Design jobs at Texas Instruments

In this role, responsibilities may include:

• Drive system level and transistor level design of high performance switching regulators, translating system requirements to chip and block level architecture and specifications
• Perform detailed analysis of switching regulator efficiency, electro-migration, thermal management.
• Debug complex use case conditions to isolate root cause
• Lead an Analog IC design team with product ownership and responsibility from definition to release to manufacturing
• Make assignments for team members, providing design guidance as needed, developing schedules and monitoring progress throughout the project
• Work with and provide guidance to physical designers and monitors the progress of IC layout
• Evaluate system-level use-cases and re-create these in simulation
• Interface and lead discussions with the customer to understand customer designs, problems and support as required
• Collaborate with validation, product engineering and test engineering teams to enable successful transfer to production

Minimum requirements:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
• Extensive background in Power IC design

Preferred qualifications:

• Extensive experience in switching DCDC regulators design e.g. multi-phase buck, boost and buck-boost converters. Deep understanding of different control architectures.
• Deep understanding of power stage design and layout including gate drivers, fault systems and power FETs.
• Experience working with layout team on block and top level floor-planning
• Knowledge of device physics and process technologies tradeoffs that are applicable to Power IC design
• Expertise in tools e.g. Spectre, Simplis, Matlab and AMS
• Strong verbal and written communication skill
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Working well in a team environment is imperative in this role

Why TI?

· Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.

· We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours.

· Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us.

In this role, responsibilities may include:

• Lead an Analog IC design team with product ownership and responsibility from definition to release to manufacturing
• Direct, guide and participate in activities of a research or technical design function responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components, integrated circuits for a variety of applications
• Make assignments for team members, providing design guidance as needed, developing schedules and monitoring progress throughout the project
• Evaluate intermediate and final results of projects during the design phase and during silicon evaluation, to ensure accomplishment of technical objectives
• Work with and provide guidance to physical designers and monitors the progress of IC layout
• Collaborate with Design Verification teams during the pre-PG phase of a project to ensure completion of all technical tasks before PG
• Work with systems engineers, application engineers and marketing to prepare product briefs, datasheets, application notes and assisting in the definition of the product to meet customer needs as well as contributing to roadmap formulation and new concept creation
• Collaborate with validation, product engineering and test engineering teams to enable successful transfer to production
• Interface and lead discussions with the customer and/or TI field sales/field applications teams to understand customer designs, problems and support as required
• Actively participate in hiring, developing and evaluating personnel to ensure efficient operation of the organization and growth of the individuals into leader

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related
• 7+ years of relevant experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders critical to success, both internally and externally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery

Responsibilities include:

• Lead a cross functional team on the execution of releasing new products and ensuring successful return on investment for every development; the team consists of Design, Marketing, Systems& Applications, Validation, Product& Test Engineering, Firmware/Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Field, and Quality
• Work with wafer fabrication, assembly& test sites to guarantee schedule, cost and quality
• Plan the project using MS Project from Assess Opportunity Phase to Release to Market and is responsible to make sure the project comes in on budget
• Provide clear direction to both, team and external support organizations like device fabrication and assembly and test sites
• Drive and motivate all team members critical to the flawless execution of each product and project
• Provide weekly and monthly updates to senior management on status of projects, explaining the issues facing a project
• Interact with customers in support of project status, key milestones, and deliveries.
• Maintain thorough and up-to-date project schedules with all related milestones
• Communicate weekly to management on status of each project
• Success will be measured by the ability to grow the number of new products and drive the forecasted return on investment.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree
• 10 years of experience with project engineering/management experience on highly complex products/projects
• Proven leadership capabilities in leading multifaceted global organizations
• Successful proven track record in indirect management and influence
• Must be flexible to work within US, India, European and Asian business hours

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and set realistic plans based on required tasks with available resources
• Ability to effectively coordinate and lead global development teams on projects that include design, silicon fabrications, production test development, qualification and production ramp; Programs will be driven out of multiple global locations
• Ability to provide clear direction to both internal teams and external support organizations like device fabrication and assembly sites
• Ability to work in a team environment and understand cross-functional team dynamics
• Ability to work with global customers to align project schedules with customers' key milestones
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Oversee the design, development, and verification of analog and mixed-signal circuits for flash memory development, including charge pumps, voltage regulators, sense amplifiers, and memory interfaces
• Define and review circuit architectures to optimize performance, power, and area (PPA)
• Drive innovation in circuit design to address industry challenges in scaling, performance, and reliability for flash
• Provide technical guidance and direction to team members, ensuring timely project execution
• Collaborate with world-wide cross-functional teams, including layout, process, test engineering, and product teams
• Ensure designs meet technical specifications, project timelines, and quality standards
• Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring robust circuit performance under process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) variations

Collaboration and Communication:

• Interface with Process teams (Process Integration Engineers) to optimize technology for flash/NVM applications
• Present project updates, technical reviews, and status reports to stakeholders and senior management

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded flash and analog design
• Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies, tools, and workflows

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field of study
• 5 + years of experience in analog/mixed-signal circuit design, with a focus on embedded flash development complex designs
• Deep understanding of NVM/embedded flash operation, including programming, reading, and reliability considerations
• Working experience with various analog building blocks, such as current mirrors, operational amplifiers, sense amplifiers, charge pumps, oscillators, and LDOs
• Proficient in design and simulation tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, SPICE, extraction tools)
• Familiarity with process technology and layout considerations for advanced nodes (28nm)
• Device physics experience, related to reliability and device behavior over PVT
• Scripting language experience, such as PERL

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in silicon bring-up, debug, and characterization
• Knowledge of reliability challenges such as endurance, retention, and soft errors in flash/NVM
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results

As a member of Kilby Labs you’ll have the chance to interact with many product groups and functions, work with an interdisciplinary team, and bridge from lab to fab to develop technologies to enable new markets.

About the Position

Kilby Labs is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Silicon Photonics High-Speed Design Engineer to be a key contributor to the development and implementation of innovative high-speed data communications solutions for cutting-edge optical products including silicon photonics ICs, optical engines, and co-packaging of optics. You will be responsible for the design, processing, and volume productization of silicon photonics high speed Tx photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and their integration within state-of-the-art datacom transceivers.The role includes working closely with process, architecture, test, and product engineering teams to ensure successful product development and launch. The role requires a creative problem-solver who can develop unique, breakthrough technologies that leap-frog the state of the art as well as contribute across various aspects of a project depending on project needs.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Design and optimize high-speed Si photonics modulator and transmit PIC solutions for next-generation datacom products.
• Work closely with high speed electronics, architecture, systems, and packaging design teams to develop co-designed optical engine solutions that meet system performance requirements
• Develop and implement volume-product-ready solutions that are power and cost efficient contributing to the development of the launch of datacom transceiver products
• Work closely with process and layout teams to develop PICs based on both fixed and customized Si fabrication processes.
• Plan and execute design and process optimization, characterization, and design validation for continuous improvement for volume production.
• Work with characterization and test teams to analyze performance data, identify areas for improvement, and assist with development of high-volume test procedures.
• Design and optimize other PIC components, such as waveguides, couplers, and filters.
• See designs through to mass production by collaborating with product engineering and operations teams.
• Drive cost and power reduction generational improvements.
• Participate in R&D to develop next generation photonics technologies, drive IP development.
• Present work and findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics, Optical Communications or related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience designing Si photonics high-speed modulator PICs, including modeling and designing advanced high-speed Si MZMs, for datacom transceiver qualified volume products.
• Deep understanding of silicon photonics high speed device physics and fabrication processes.
• Strong understanding of PIC design, layout, and fabrication, and experience contributing to or leading PIC tapeouts.
• Familiarity with advanced modulation formats (e.g. PAM4) and linearization techniques.
• Experience with photonic design and CAD tools.
• Experience with characterization and testing of high-speed photonic devices.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with a range of modulator technologies e.g. Si ring resonator (MRR) modulators, EAM modulators, and non-Si modulator materials.
• Experience with co-design of photonics with analog-front-end electronics.
• Experience with technical approaches for next-gen (beyond 200 Gb/s/lane) modulator technologies and modulation formats.
• Experience with TOSA optical engine design and packaging and assembly of photonic devices.
• Knowledge of optical communication systems and standards.
• Understanding of the end applications related optical networking, including pluggable modules and co-packaged optics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ideal candidate must also excel at promoting new ideas, building collaborative relationships, working across organizations.

The successful candidate will be proficient in High and Medium voltage substation and distribution project planning, design, construction, and commissioning; it is expected that they have an understanding of requirements and limitations in the following key expertise areas.

Responsibilities include:

• High voltage and Medium voltage Protection and Control design and planning.
• High voltage and medium voltage power distribution and substation design (138kV to 15kV & 15kV to 4160V/480V)
• Greenfield and brownfield project experience with mission critical mindset.
• Smart device interconnection design and planning.
• Understanding of Industrial networking and SCADA for electrical systems.
• Relaying fiber network, design, implementation and commissioning.
• Redundant high reliability electrical design
• Mission critical and zero downtime environment.
• Station Service controls DC distribution design, construction and commissioning.
• Wholistic system commissioning, planning and execution.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related
• 5 years' experience in high voltage electrical engineering, design and construction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Ability to work effectively in an interrupt-driven, fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Possess strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated strong customer service orientation and ability to take ownership for issue resolution
• Proficient with PC hardware and windows based applications
• Ability to analyze existing systems and associated monitoring equipment to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Ability to develop and update Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, Sequence of Operations, I/O lists, panel drawings and instrumentations lists

In this position, you will be working on high-speed mixed-signal communication circuits using state-of-the art process technology, as well as be involved in the design of high performance digital circuits interfacing to leading edge analog circuitry as part of an overall system.

Your responsibilities will include RTL coding, simulation, synthesis, timing closure, verification, evaluation, debugging of high-speed communication chips both at the circuit level and behavioral level.

As a design engineer, you will prepare test methods and specifications, assist in preparation of application information, data sheets and demo boards. You will develop solutions to complex problems through assessment of various techniques and approaches. You will plan and organize work to ensure timely completion of many independent tasks with general instructions on routine tasks and with detailed instructions on new assignments.

Minimum requirements:

• 10 years of relevant experience
• A thorough understanding of digital logic design
• Familiarity with the Verilog language and simulators
• A good understanding of analog functionality and exposure to analog IC design methods
• Ability to solve problems using a systematic approach

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with System Verilog
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results