Nokia

Signal Integrity Design Engineer

Nokia$130K — $155K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering required.
  • 10+ years in simulating high-speed SerDes PCB applications.
  • Proficiency with Ansys HFSS or Dassault CST simulation tools is essential.
  • Hands-on experience with TDR/VNA equipment and oscilloscopes required.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills mandatory.
  • Familiarity with Mentor Hyperlynx, HSpice, and Cadence Allegro is preferred.
  • Knowledge of PAM4 technologies including FIR, CTLE, DFE, and FEC is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Simulate ultra high-speed PCB channels (112G+ SerDes rates) for connectors and via structures.
  • Provide signal integrity guidance to Digital Hardware Designers using empirical data.
  • Collaborate with design teams to ensure optimal signal integrity and performance.
  • Conduct hands-on measurements with TDR/VNA equipment and oscilloscopes.
  • Document and communicate simulation results and design recommendations.
  • Stay updated on advancements in signal integrity and PCB design.
  • Support the implementation of signal integrity best practices across the organization.

Benefits

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance and Company-paid AD&D equivalent to 2x base pay
  • Optional or supplemental life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid time off for holidays and vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Signal Integrity Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and performance of high-speed PCB channels. Your expertise will be utilized to simulate and analyze ultra high-speed PCB channels, including connectors, breakouts, and via structures, for SerDes rates of 112G and beyond. You will provide valuable guidance to Digital Hardware Designers, leveraging your simulated and empirical results to optimize their designs.

Responsibilities

  • Simulate ultra high-speed PCB channels (112G+ SerDes rates) with connectors, breakouts, and via structures.
  • Offer signal integrity guidance to Digital Hardware Designers, utilizing simulated and empirical data.
  • Collaborate with the design team to ensure optimal signal integrity and performance.
  • Conduct hands-on measurements using TDR/VNA equipment and oscilloscopes.
  • Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends in signal integrity and high-speed PCB design.
  • Document and communicate simulation results and provide recommendations to the design team.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to align on design requirements and specifications.
  • Support the development and implementation of signal integrity best practices within the organization.


Qualifications

  • Minimum B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience simulating high-speed SerDes in PCB applications.
  • Expertise in using Ansys HFSS or Dassault CST simulation tools is mandatory.
  • Hands-on measurement skills with TDR/VNA equipment and oscilloscopes are essential.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration.
  • Familiarity with Mentor Hyperlynx, HSpice, and Cadence Allegro is preferred.
  • Knowledge of PAM4 transmitter and receiver technologies, including FIR, CTLE, DFE, and FEC, is an asset.
  • Experience with EMC/EMI theoretical aspects and ITU/IEEE/Bellcore telecommunications standards is advantageous.
  • Programming/Scripting skills in C, Python, or Matlab are desirable.
  • A strong understanding of high-speed digital design principles and techniques.


About the Team

Some of our benefits in US:

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program


The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
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87,927 employees
Market Cap
$25.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.5 billion
Founded
1865
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$21.8 billion
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