Radio Frequency Hardware Engineer

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Our North American Semiconductor group is searching for an experienced Radio Frequency Hardware Engineer to develop and qualify new proprietary Radio Frequency (RF) data-acquisition hardware for high-speed voltage-current-impedance data acquisition and analysis for applications in semiconductor RF plasma generator and matching network applications. The HORIBA Semiconductor US R&D Technology Center in Reno, Nevada is just minutes from the Sierra Nevada Mountain range. Discover more about this area by visiting
In this exciting role, you will

• Design RF circuits, probes/sensors and systems for high-frequency (kHz to GHz) data acquisition of voltage, current, impedance signals used on RF generators and match networks used for plasma etch or remote plasma processing equipment.
• Conduct simulation, analysis, and modeling of RF circuits using Multiphysics, CAE or other types of simulators like Comsol, Cadence, Ansys, SPICE, etc.
• Prototype, test, and validate RF hardware designs in laboratory environments.
• Collaborate with PCB designers to ensure RF layout guidelines are followed for optimal performance.
• Characterize and optimize RF components such as amplifiers, filters, spectrum analyzer ADC's, and other power/ data acquisition components.
• Work closely with embedded firmware engineers and software engineers to create source code, algorithms, and user interfaces on hardware that is developed.
• Perform system-level integration and testing of RF subsystems.
• Generate documentation including schematics, PCB layout guidelines, test procedures, and design verification reports.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in RF hardware design.

You will bring the following skills and knowledge:

1. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related field. Master's or PhD degree preferred.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF data acquisition or RF power control hardware design and development.
3. Proficiency in RF simulation and design tools such as Comsol, Cadence, Mentor, Ansys, SPICE, etc.
4. Hands-on experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, etc.
5. Familiarity with PCB layout techniques for RF and high-speed data acquisition circuits, Mentor Graphics or Cadence schematic capture and PCA-PCB layout experience preferable.
6. Familiarity with RF regulatory compliance standards (FCC, CE, etc.).
7. Experience with RF Plasma applications in semiconductor manufacturing a plus.

Compensation Package:
HORIBA Instruments offers a competitive compensation package that includes a 401(k) plan with match; employee group dental, vision, life, and disability (short and long-term) paid for by the company; medical insurance, family dental and vision insurance, and supplemental life insurance available with reasonable employee contributions; employee assistance program; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; flexible spending accounts; and educational reimbursement and commuter benefit programs.