Signal Integrity Engineer - Chandler

Signal Integrity Engineer

Isola, an industry leader in global materials sciences whose mission is to improve life by enabling innovation in electronic products, is hiring a Signal Integrity Engineer at our Chandler, AZ Location.

THE ROLE

The Signal Integrity Engineer is a critical part of Isola’s R&D team and will be developing testing methodologies, completing electrical characterization of innovative new products and state of the are technologies.  This role will work closely with the Lead Signal Integrity Engineer and will be a great opportunity to develop world-class capabilities in addition to delivering critical information and technology to Isola.

WHO WILL LOVE THIS JOB?

• A collaborator, you love to partner with others in your work and prefer to drive the group to a decision.
• As a problem solver, you ask the right questions to uncover the root cause and quickly iterate to a final, well-thought-out result.
• An efficient worker, you enjoy having multiple priorities at one time and multitasking

TOP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure the scattering parameters of test coupons using 70GHz VNAs and 110GHz broadband set.
• Extract the propagation properties of the materials under test using extraction and de-embedding algorithms.
• Follow calibration and test procedures to assure good quality measurements
• Perform testing on multiple samples data and check the quality of data.
• Research documentation and instructions for further improvement of the test methods and test processes.
• Perform statistical analysis to describe variability in the results and find patterns.
• Document test data for all measurement projects
• Run Dk/Df test methods such as FPOR (Farby-Perot Open Resonator)
• Conduct correlation studies and geometry correction using HFSS and Simbeor.
• Report test and modeling results to Signal Integrity Engineers for further analysis
• Maintain Isola material database
• Perform measurements on multiple material types to create Isola database
• Write final report and give presentation
• Develop scripts to help process and debug collected data using Python and Matlab.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s in electrical engineering
• Strong background in Electromagnetic theory and wave propagation. 
• Excellent understanding of Transmission Line theories and design for high speed application.

• Experience in high frequency testing equipment; VNA, Oscilloscopes, TDR measurement.
• Have the ability to run simulation using HFSS and/or Simbeor
• Ability to conduct basic statistical analysis
• Familiar with PCB design tool such as KiCad and gerber files.
• Ability to write scripts using Python and Matlab
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to plan and execute projects
• Ability to work with minimal direction
• Desire to implement new testing methodology
• Demonstrated technical report writing skills
• Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate with colleagues in a cross-cultural environment
• Able to stand and work on the shop floor for extended periods.