Mixed-Signal Electrical Design Engineer

About the role

KLA, part of the Semiconductor Products and Customers business unit, is looking for a Mixed-Signal Electrical Engineer in Milpitas. The engineer takes ownership of complex PCBAs, designing, simulating and validating high-performance analog, digital circuits and power supplies for cameras. The role covers the full cycle, from architectural definition based on subsystem requirements to lab characterization, documentation and transfer to manufacturing. Typical boards include high-speed digital interfaces, memory, FPGAs or processors, power supplies, ADCs and DACs.

Key responsibilities

• Define, analyze and optimize mixed-signal circuit architectures for optimal performance.
• Perform SPICE simulations to show the design meets requirements.
• Work with layout engineers on floor planning, high-speed routing, parasitic extraction and matching techniques.
• Mentor junior engineers, run design reviews and define best practices.

Required profile

• MS or BS degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum qualification: doctorate with 0 years of related experience, master's with 3 years, or bachelor's with 5 years of related experience.
• Ability to create design documentation and test reports.

Required skills

• Analog and digital design (e.g. ADCs, PLLs, SerDes)
• Power supply design and sequencing options
• EDA tools: OrCAD Capture, Allegro, ADS, LTspice, LTpower CAD

What we offer

• Base pay range of $117,800 to $172,800 annually, depending on role, level and location.
• Possible performance incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave.