Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Overview

Advanced Microsystems Technologies (AMT) is a technology division of Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) developing RF, microelectronics, optical components, modules and integrated systems, offering services from design through prototype design, process development, assembly and test to volume manufacturing. We partner with customers to enable their products through the full product lifecycle.

At AMT, you will work on innovative programs addressing emerging markets including optical and RF communication, datacenter connectivity, quantum computing, automotive sensing, medical devices and diagnostics, and test & measurement systems.

Join us to be part of a team that challenges you to be your best, empowered to make a difference and proud of our delivery.

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We are looking for an innovative and energetic Senior Hardware Design Engineer capable of delivering product solutions on time with minimal supervision.

In this role, you will design high-performance, high-data-rate optical data transceivers for AI, high-speed computing, and datacom markets. State-of-the-art optical transceiver modules present design challenges for data rates, power density, thermal management, component and signal routing density.

• Lead the technical development with a multi-disciplinary team (electrical, PCB layout, mechanical, software, thermal, signal integrity, micro-electronics, and test engineering)
• PCB & electrical design of electro-optical transceivers
• PCB design, including circuit design, schematic capture, and guiding the PCB layout engineer
• Work closely with Signal Integrity and Power Integrity engineers to simulate performance, determine the correct PCB materials, board stackup, and trace geometries to meet performance specs
• Power distribution and dissipation estimation and analysis
• Co-develop the HW/SW I/O architecture with software engineering
• Work closely with PCB fabricators and PCBA assemblers to ensure manufacturability and conformance to design specs (DFM)
• Guide the test development team, plan and perform engineering checkout of prototypes
• Participate in design reviews and regular status meetings
• Assist with project planning, estimation, and budgeting

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or relevant experience
• Minimum 12 years design experience
• Strong and clear communication skills to capture and convey complex concepts and trade-offs
• Ability to work well with other team members, suppliers and partners to lead the design solution
• Detail-oriented with high-quality outputs

• Experience with optical transceiver module development
• Technical leadership experience
• Experience with optical modules (strong design lead can pick this up quickly)
• High-speed PCB design and signal integrity experience
• Strong debugging skills

• The compensation range for this position is $125,000-$165,000 annually.
• This position is for an existing vacancy.
• The hiring process for this position does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Sanmina welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.