Senior mmWave Antenna Engineer
Job Description
- Design, develop, and implement mmWave antennas and AiP modules.
- Perform in-lab verification of mmWave measurement test beds.
- Document technical projects and meet defined timelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product definition.
- MSEE/PhD with 5+ years in mmWave Antenna design, modeling, simulation, measurement.
- Experience in 5G/mmWave antenna and AiP module design and validation.
- Expertise in RF/EM simulation tools: Ansys HFSS, Cadence, Keysight.
- Strong knowledge of 2D/3D EM modeling, transmission line theory, EM propagation.
- Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink for antenna modeling, simulation, data analysis.
- Skilled with high-speed characterization lab equipment: VNA, TDR, spectrum analyzer.
- Familiarity with laminate multi-layer manufacturing processes and materials.
- Knowledge of design flows, tools, and methodologies.
About the Business
NXP’s Smart Front-End & Interfaces product line is developing millimeter wave technology products in continuation of its leading portfolio of Automotive Radar and 5G solutions. Specifically, this new effort is directed towards bridging high-speed wired interfaces with millimeter wave wireless technologies, which will offer ground-breaking and innovative solutions to the consumer, computing, and industrial markets. Significant technical challenges must be overcome to make these products a reality and this journey will provide a truly rewarding experience. If you are interested in learning more about this exciting program and become a member of our team, please apply to this job through Workday.
Job Summary
We are looking for world-class mmWave Antenna engineers to work with our experienced design team to implement state of the art mmWave broadband communications ICs.
If you have mmWave design expertise, passion for innovation, desire to challenge yourself and want to put your creativity at work, this is a unique opportunity to join the leader in consumer and automotive semiconductors.
Key responsibilities:
- Design, develop, optimize, and implement antennas and antenna-in-package modules for millimeter wave wireless technologies.
- Hands-on, in the lab verification of millimeter wave measurement test beds and composite channels
- Responsible for technical project documentation
- Execute assigned tasks within defined timelines
- Interface with cross-functional teams to define requirements and features of future products.
Job Qualifications:
- MSEE or PhD degree (preferred) with 5+ years of experience in mmWave Antenna design, modeling, simulation and measurement experience
- Prior experience of designing and validating 5G and mmWave antennas and AiP module designs in mobile and computing applications
- Deep knowledge of RF and EM simulation tools (e.g. Ansys HFSS, Cadence, Keysight)
- Strong technical knowledge in 2D and 3D electromagnetic modeling, transmission line theory, EM propagation, Near field and Far field effects
- Experience in MATLAB/Simulink for antenna modeling, simulation, and data analysis
- Experience using lab equipment for high-speed characterization – VNA, TDR, real-time scope, spectrum analyzer, etc
- Familiarity with laminate multi-layer manufacturing processes and materials
- Strong knowledge of design flows, tools and methodologies
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with a pro-active, can-do attitude
