Senior RF Test & PCB Design Engineer

Introduction: As a Senior RF Test & PCB Design Engineer at Prodapt ASIC Services, you will be responsible for leading the development of complex RF evaluation boards, performing simulations and analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal RF performance. This role requires hands-on experience in PCB design, layout optimization, and RF testing using a variety of test equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead PCB Development, including schematic entry, component selection, and layout routing optimization.
• Perform Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) simulations using Ansys HFSS.
• Own the hardware bring-up process, debugging hardware issues, and validating performance.
• Utilize lab equipment for RF characterization and implement Machine Learning techniques for data analysis.
• Collaborate with RFIC Design and System Engineering teams to define board requirements.
• Maintain detailed design documentations and test reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

Required Skills:

• Education: BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF PCB design and hardware development.
• Tools: Expertise in Cadence Allegro/OrCAD and Ansys HFSS for simulations.
• RF Fundamentals: Strong knowledge of RF theory, including S-parameters and transmission line theory.
• Lab Expertise: Experience with RF test equipment (VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes).
• Materials Knowledge: Understanding of PCB stack-ups and dielectric materials for high-frequency designs.

Preferred Skills:

• Automation: Proficiency in Python or C# for developing automated test suites.
• Data Science for RF: Experience with AI/ML models for predictive maintenance.
• Wafer-Level Testing: Familiarity with RF probe stations for on-wafer die characterization.