Making Sustainable Power Electronics Possible
A spin-out of the Cambridge University, Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) is a fabless semiconductor company that develops a range of energy-efficient GaN-based power devices to make greener electronics possible.
Team - R&D Engineering
Location - Cambridge, UK
Contract - Full-time, Permanent
About CGD
The global power semiconductor market is expected to exceed $50BN. In addition to the multi-million seed fund and Series A and now B private investments, CGD has successfully secured four projects funded by iUK, BEIS, and EU (Penta). The technical and commercial expertise of the CGD team combined with an extensive track record in the power electronics market has been fundamental in early market traction of our proprietary technology.
Bringing Innovation into Everyday Life
The environmental need for solutions to resolve the world's most significant challenges (energy consumption and CO2 emissions) inspires us to contribute to society by preserving nature with energy-efficient power solutions.
Why Work for CGD
We are interested in change-makers with a passion for power semiconductors who are willing to explore unconventional ways to meet the company's green agenda. At CGD, we pride ourselves on putting empowerment and commitment at the core of our company culture. We offer a relaxed yet productive working environment where everybody is valued and respected.
If your heart beats for innovation, challenge, and growth, and if the prospect of joining a friendly and game-changing company is for you, we want to hear from you.
The Opportunity
CGD is looking for an experienced Analog IC Design Engineer to join the team. As part of the growing engineering team, you will be responsible for developing new GaN Power IC solutions. This role is based at the company's office and lab in Cambridge, UK, although some travel will be required.
Main Responsibilities
* Design and layout of GaN power ICs using EDA tools, including schematic capture, analog simulations, chip layout, DRC, LVS, PEX, PLS
* Design and implement solutions for the testing of GaN Power ICs, conducting tests on wafer level and on packaged devices
* Detailed documentation, chip evaluation, and debugging
* Develop SPICE models of GaN ICs
* Generate IP and support management team with patent applications and IP management
Requirements
Essential Skills and Experience
* Master's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject
* Comprehensive knowledge of analog ICs
* Skilled in the EDA design process including schematic capture, analog simulations, chip layout, DRC, LVS, PEX, PLS
* Good knowledge of electrical testing and characterization of analog ICs
* Strong project management skills
* Creative thinker with practical skills and experience
* Good communication and presentation skills
* A mindset for precise and high-quality results
* An eye for detail
Desirable Skills
* Experience in the semiconductor industry preferred
* Experience with power ICs preferred
* Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and Mentor Calibre preferred
Benefits
* Excellent salary
* Share options scheme available
* Pension scheme (6% Company contribution)
* Life Assurance (3x Salary)
* BUPA Private Medical Insurance
* BUPA Cash Plan (Level 3)
* Flexible working options
* Annual leave allowance of 33 days
* Training and development
* Electric Car Scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* IP bonus scheme
* Regular social events
We believe in equal opportunities
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We are well set up for collaborative hybrid working, with some members of the team working in the UK office and some from home in the UK and other cities in Europe and Asia.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
IT Services and IT Consulting
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