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Amphenol Communications Solutions · 2 weeks ago

Signal Integrity Engineering Manager- Cable Backplane Systems

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is a leader in interconnect solutions for various electronics markets. They are seeking a Signal Integrity Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers in designing high-bandwidth copper-based I/O cable assemblies for applications in cloud, data center, and 5G markets.

HardwareManufacturing

Responsibilities

Guide a team of signal integrity engineers developing advanced cable-backplane systems. Communicating and working with customers and internal product managers to understand product requirements/performance specifications and convert those into new product designs, production tooling, manufacturing processes, qualification testing, and the transfer to volume production sites

Develop efficient simulation methodologies to assess worst-case performance under manufacturing variability

Drive Signal Integrity validation test strategy for new technologies partnering across teams to prevent SI issues from affecting product performance and schedule

Collaborate with internal teams and global customers to define product performance and ensure engineering excellence. Coordinating with peers and other engineering managers within the organization to share best practices

Drive technology and product roadmaps, presenting vision and solutions to key stakeholders

Mentor and coach engineering team members, fostering technical growth and clear communication

Share best practices across teams and champion continuous improvement in design methodology and workflow

Solve high-speed design challenges including signal integrity, simulation, test methodologies, and production ramp-up support

Supporting Sales and Applications Engineers to develop strategies for product break-in at existing and new accounts based on signal integrity and electrical engineering expertise

Supporting global factories for ramping up production; advising methods and experiments of builds, measurements, establishing test limits

Qualification

Signal Integrity EngineeringHigh-speed interconnect systemsEngineering ManagementAnsys HFSSSerDes equalizationChannel Operating Margin3D-EM modelingTransmission line fundamentalsTeam-building skillsMultitasking abilitiesCommunication skillsMentoring skills

Required

BS in Electrical Engineering, M.S. preferred

Experience in Engineering Management, proven experience managing high-speed signal integrity engineering teams

Experience with engineering simulation and analysis tools, such as Ansys HFSS and Designer, CST Microwave

Experience with engineering measurements and debugging, such as TDR, VNA, pattern generators, error detectors

Experience in component design and application of high-speed cables/connectors into communications equipment is a plus

Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams toward common goals

Experience in designing, simulating and measuring complex high-speed interconnect systems spanning thousands of links

Experience in SerDes equalization architectures and hands-on debugging of SerDes Performance Issues

Strong proficiency with Channel Operating Margin and/or IBIS AMI simulation EDA tools (Keysight, Cadence, Mathworks, etc.) and their methodologies, modeling inputs and application for design and debug of 56G/112G/224G/448G PAM4 designs

Skilled in full-wave 3D-EM modeling using industry tools like HFSS, Clarity, or CST

Solid foundation of transmission line and electromagnetic fundamentals relative to signal integrity and power integrity

Hands on experience with lab equipment including TDR, VNA, BERT, PNA

Strong facilitation and team-building skills; the ability to integrate the needs & skills of many functional disciplines to achieve a positive outcome

Attention to detail while maintaining perspective on top-level goals

Ability to prioritize work to meet objectives and to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to articulate, outline, and follow a development process

Exceptional multitasking and prioritization abilities in a fast-paced development environment

Confidence in presenting to both internal teams and external customers

Drive to mentor, inspire, and grow a high-performing engineering culture

Company

Amphenol Communications Solutions

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets.

Founded in 2000