Fermilab · 2 days ago
Jr. ASIC Design Engineer
Batavia, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$71K/yr - $101K/yrFermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They are looking for a Junior ASIC Design Engineer to lead and contribute to research activities and engineering work focused on developing custom instrumentation for extreme radiation and/or cryogenic environments.
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Responsibilities
Performing a leading role in Analog and RF ASIC design projects, while being able to contribute individually to major design tasks
Developing design specifications for ASICs based on theoretical analyses and in conjunction with application needs
Designing circuit networks using schematic entry and layout tools with full custom or timing-driven layout tools in Cadence CAD/EDA or a similar environment
Models circuit networks and system components in hardware-description languages (Verilog-A and Verilog/SystemVerilog)
Building test benches and carries out analog and/or RF circuit simulations
Executing physical and functional circuit and system verification
Preparing documentation and participates in test-board designs and laboratory testing
Delivering presentations internally, at national and international workshops, and at the topical conferences
Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor
Abiding by and being responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution
Readiness for working on challenging projects that may have tight schedules
Capability of working as part of a design team in a research and development environment
Experience with industry-standard front-end and back-end CAD/EDA design tools, such as Cadence, Synopsys and Mentor for the IC design
Familiarity with principles of instrumentation for radiation detection with solid state or gaseous detectors and usages in extreme environments, like cryogenic or radiation harsh conditions
Strong computer skills and competence in performing analytical engineering calculations, in drawing schematics and in documentation
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off
Life insurance
Short and Long-term disability insurance
Retirement benefits
Onsite day care
Company
Fermilab
Fermilab is an American particle physics and accelerator laboratory dedicated to exploring high-energy physics.
Founded in 1967
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$260MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2022-11-04Grant· $260M
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