Jr. ASIC Design Engineer

The expected hiring range for this position is: $70,800.00-$93,200.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

We are looking for a Junior ASIC Design Engineer to lead and contribute to research activities and engineering work focused on developing custom instrumentation for extreme radiation and/or cryogenic environments.

• Performing a leading role in Analog and RF ASIC design projects, while contributing 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.
• Modeling circuit networks and system components in hardware-description languages (Verilog-A and Verilog/System Verilog).
• Building test benches and carrying out analog and/or RF circuit simulations.
• Executing physical and functional circuit and system verification.
• Preparing documentation and participating in test-board designs and laboratory testing.
• Delivering presentations internally, at national and international workshops, and at topical conferences.
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abiding by and being responsible for performing all duties in accordance with environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

• 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 IC design.
• Familiarity with principles of instrumentation for radiation detection with solid-state or gaseous detectors and usage in extreme environments, such as cryogenic or radiation-harsh conditions.
• Strong computer skills and competence in performing analytical engineering calculations, in drawing schematics and in documentation.

Hybrid: is a work arrangement in which an employee, as part of an ongoing regular schedule, works at an alternative worksite in the United States (e.g., an employee’s residence) on some days and at the primary worksite on other days. Requires an approved hybrid work request for one or more days a week worked remotely within the United States on a routine basis.

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite daycare

Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and…