Design Evaluation Engineer

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a worldwide leader in semiconductors, connecting the physical and digital realms to enable innovations at the Intelligent Edge. ADI integrates analog, digital, AI, and software technologies to address climate change, enhance connectivity, and advance automation, robotics, healthcare, energy, and data center technologies. With over $11 billion revenue in FY25, ADI supports innovators in pushing the boundaries of technology.

Role Overview

The RF Design Evaluation team in Limerick, Ireland, is part of the RF Semiconductors division under the Aerospace & Defence & Communications Business Unit. This team collaborates closely with design, applications, and test development departments to create high-performance RF and microwave components such as PLL synthesizers, VCOs, LNAs, mixers, modulators, filters, and converters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop evaluation board hardware that interfaces with test instruments and devices under test.
• Create bench evaluation software automating measurement sweeps during device characterization.
• Select appropriate test equipment and innovate measurement methods to optimize evaluation processes.
• Independently assess, characterize, and resolve issues in mixed-signal bench setups and test solutions.
• Prepare detailed measurement reports and summaries for internal teams and clients.
• Analyze measurement data, draw conclusions, and recommend product enhancements to the development team.
• Collaborate with Design, Applications, and Test Development groups to ensure product alignment with customer requirements and schedule adherence.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master's or equivalent degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience or familiarity with RF test instruments like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and power meters; training is provided.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automating bench measurements interfacing with test instruments.
• Understanding of RF measurement concepts such as compression, phase noise, gain, spurious emissions, S-parameter, and noise figure measurements.
• Excellent troubleshooting and rework capabilities paired with sound decision-making.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Well-developed organizational abilities.

Additional Information

Applicants requiring access to technical data may need export licensing approvals from relevant U.S. government agencies unless they are U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or protected individuals as per U.S. regulations. Analog Devices is committed to equal opportunity employment and fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination.

This is a day shift, no travel required role within the Aerospace & Defence & Communications division.