Job Description:

Job Title: RF IC Design Engineer

Department: New Product Engineering
Manager Engineering Director Silicon Group

CML has a permanent position open for an experienced radio frequency

integrated circuit designer to join an established design team. The
successful applicant will have a minimum of 10 years experience in the
design of RF integrated circuits. The right candidate will need to
demonstrate a methodical approach, as well as showing attention to detail
in the design of blocks, so as to deliver working solutions in a timely
manner. If you are looking for a new challenge within a long established
(1968) and stable fabless semiconductor company we would like to talk to
you.

Scope of Role:
You will be tasked with the design, simulation and integration of
CMOS and BICMOS circuits in the 30MHz to 3GHz range.
You will be working on the design of oscillators, mixers, LNAs, PAs
and frequency synthesisers.
The role requires working closely with the layout team and in
addition ATE test and characterisation department.
You will be required to verify the measured results and perform
debugging, during both the evaluation and production ramp-up phases.

Required Skills:
IC design flow, preferably Cadence based
Creation of models for off-chip elements, e.g. package and PCB.
Knowledge of on-chip coupling mechanisms and parasitic layout
effects.
System design knowledge
Good communication skills in English, including documentation
Ability to work in a team.

Desirable Skills:
System simulations using ADS, Matlab or similar.
Competent with RF test equipment
Knowledgeable in semiconductor physics and/or ESD protection
Familiarity with PCB design and component selection.

Qualifications
A good quality Electronic Engineering or Physics degree.

Location
Either within our headquarters based design team in Langford, near
Maldon, Essex, or at our design centre in Sheffield
Salary Benefits:
A competitive salary is offered, depending upon skills and experience.
Additional benefits include:
Private Health care
Money Purchase Pension scheme
Life insurance

Attractive locations: Langford 29-acre rural parkland site, close to the

coast, with ready access to London. Sheffield with its versatile collection of
sporting, arts, nightlife and venues, on the edge of the Peak District
national park