Signal Integrity (SI) Engineer Int.

Engineering Pulau Pinang, Malaysia


Description

Position at Samtec, Inc

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities: 
  • Perform component and system levels simulations to aid in the design-in of products 
  • Use novel techniques in modeling & simulation to design new connectors, cable assemblies, and connector evaluation PCBs  
  • Develop world-class connectors and cable assemblies on tight timelines  
  • Guide and direct the activities of crossfunctional team(s) per the priorities set by engineering management & learnings from SI simulations/measurements on developing major new products. 
  • Perform high-speed empirical and analytical signal integrity evaluations of interconnects. 
  • Validate designs and correlate measurement with simulations and test using VNA, TDR and Oscilloscope. 
  • Support released products including, optimization, characterization, and application support 
  • Create technical documentation and white papers  
  • Utilize project management skills and problem-solving ability 
  • Travel for training, sales support or shows and events 
  • Prioritizing jobs and multitasking  
  • Train and support engineers across experience levels in technical knowledge, and software tools.[KM1]   
 
Experience: 
  • 5 years minimum experience in Signal Integrity including a high-speed electrical test environment  
  • Experience using commercial 3D field solvers to study electromagnetic effects, with strength in Ansys software (HFSS, SI Wave, 3D Layout) highly preferred  
  • Experience with system-level tools (Keysight ADS, Cadence Allegro, HyperLynx…) 
  • Experience with SI test equipment (TDR, VNA, Oscilloscope...)  
  • Familiarity with high volume interconnect manufacturing methods & processes is a plus  
  • Knowledge of PCB design and fabrication methods 
  • Programming using MATLAB/Python is a plus 
  • Willing to learn new methods and technologies.  
  • Excellent communication skills is a must for interacting with internal and external customers
Preferred Education: 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field