Jr. ASIC Design Engineer

Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They are seeking a Junior ASIC Design Engineer to lead and contribute to research activities focused on developing custom instrumentation for extreme radiation and cryogenic environments, performing design and verification tasks.

What you'll do:

• 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

What they're looking for:

• 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