Lumentum Operations LLC

Electrical Engineer/FPGA Designer

Lumentum Operations LLC • $80K — $110K *
Nepean, ON K2E 0A2In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of FPGA design and verification experience with VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog
  • Proficiency in high-speed digital design and debugging techniques
  • Experience with FPGA development tools like Xilinx Vivado or Altera Quartus
  • Strong knowledge in digital/analog circuit design and common industry interfaces

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement FPGAs for high-speed data processing and communication
  • Verify FPGA functionality using SystemVerilog to ensure high test coverage
  • Develop and optimize electrical circuits for advanced optical systems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate FPGA designs into broader systems
  • Conduct thorough testing and validation of designs for performance and reliability
  • Document design processes, test plans, and product lifecycle activities
  • Troubleshoot and debug FPGA and electrical system issues in varied environments

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth within a leading technology firm
  • Collaborative and innovative workplace culture
  • Access to advanced technology and development tools
Full Job Description
Lumentum is seeking a talented and motivated Electrical Engineer/FPGA Designer to join our cutting-edge development team in Ottawa. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and testing FPGA-based systems and electrical circuits for our advanced optical metrology sensor.

Key Responsibilities:
  • FPGA Design: Design and implement FPGAs using VHDL/Verilog for high-speed data processing, control, and communication applications.
  • FPGA Verification: Verify FPGAs using SystemVerilog and the latest object oriented methodologies to create a flexible environment to achieve high test coverage metrics.
  • Circuit Design: Develop and optimize electrical circuits for photonics systems, including analog, digital, and mixed-signal designs.
  • System Integration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (optical, software, and hardware engineers) to integrate FPGA designs with broader optical systems.
  • Testing and Validation: Conduct comprehensive testing and verification of FPGA designs and electrical circuits to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Documentation: Create detailed design documentation, test plans, and reports to support design, testing, and product lifecycle management.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical, test and firmware engineers to define system requirements and collaborate on end-to-end system architecture and implementation.
  • Troubleshooting & Debugging: Analyze and debug electrical and FPGA-related issues in both simulation and real-world environments, ensuring optimized performance and quality.

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience:
    • 3+ years of experience in FPGA design and verification using VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog.
    • Proven experience with high-speed digital design, signal integrity, and hardware debugging.
    • Experience with tools such as Xcelium, Xilinx Vivado, or Altera Quartus.
    • Experience with PCB design, layout, and circuit simulation tools.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in FPGA architecture, implementation, and verification techniques.
    • Strong knowledge of digital and analog circuit design, including signal processing, power management, and high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet).
    • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, or TCL for automation and testing purposes.
    • Knowledge of industry standards and protocols (e.g., Ethernet, SPI, I2C).
    • Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with real-time system, optical sensors, LiDAR.
  • Knowledge of embedded systems design.
  • Experience with high-speed serial interfaces, ADC, DAC, etc.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading technology company.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Access to state-of-the-art technology and tools for development and testing.

About Lumentum Operations LLC

Lumentum is a leading provider of photonics products for optical networking and commercial laser customers worldwide. The company designs and manufactures innovative optical and photonic products enabling optical networking and commercial laser customers worldwide. Lumentum's optical components and subsystems are part of virtually every type of telecom, enterprise, and data center network. The company's commercial lasers enable advanced manufacturing techniques and diverse applications including next-generation 3D sensing capabilities. Lumentum is headquartered in Milpitas, California, and has R&D, manufacturing, and sales offices worldwide. The company was founded in 2015 as a spinoff from JDS Uniphase Corporation.
Learn more about Lumentum Operations LLC
Size
5,618 employees
Market Cap
$3.4 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$189.1 million
Founded
2015
5 Year Trend
+11.3%
Revenue
$1.7 billion
NASDAQ
LITE
* Ladders Estimates

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