Electrical Engineer, Signal Integrity - Molex
Lisle, IL 60532
About the Job
Molex is seeking a Signal Integrity Engineer to design, model, analyze, and characterize high-speed connectors, cables, and systems serving cutting edge technology in data center and storage industry.
The Signal Integrity Engineer will provide design support for existing, new, and advanced interconnect technology solutions. This person may also interface directly with customers on Signal Integrity issues to gather requirements and provide technical support. To meet the fast speed demands of the industry, this person will understand market to drive cutting edge technology to our customers.
Our Team
Molex creates connections for life by enabling technologies that transform the future and improve lives. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a complete range of connectivity products, services and solutions for the data communications, medical, industrial, automotive and consumer electronics industries.
Our Datacom and Specialty Solutions (DSS) team designs an extensive product line serving customers in telecommunications, datacom, hyperscalers, cloud, data center and storage applications. The widespread growth of high speed and broadband systems introduces unique signal integrity issues. Our team is providing signal integrity solutions that are a fundamental need in building reliable communications equipment. We are delivering solutions to meet the demands of the 224G PAM4 market and beyond.
What You Will Do
- Perform high-speed connector and system characterization using digital testing and electromagnetic modeling
- Develop electrical test procedures, specifications, and test fixtures
- Design characterization and verification boards, collaborating with PCB design houses
- Conduct empirical and analytical testing based on design requirements
- Create evaluation and qualification reports/presentations for internal and customer use
- Advice on signal integrity to Marketing, Sales, and customers
- Stay updated on industry trends in high-speed connector requirements and share valuable insights within the team
- Research and implement advanced technologies for high-speed electrical measurements
- Collaborate with customers on various high-speed applications
- Provide technical training on Signal Integrity testing to test technicians or other team members as needed
- Manage relationships with equipment partners and PCB vendors
- Maintain SI documentation and database
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a minimum of two years of related work experience OR Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Physics
- Good background in Electromagnetics/RF including a solid understanding of S-parameters
- Understanding VNAs and TDRs
What Will Put You Ahead
- Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Physics
- Experience designing and supporting high speed electrical interconnects
- Experience with CAD/CAE tools such as Channel Designer, HFSS, CST, FDTD tools, MoM tools, Sigrity PowerSI, PAKSI-E, Power-grid, Agilent ADS, Agilent PLTS, Cadence CAD tools
- Experience correlating simulation results with lab measurements using oscilloscopes, TDRs and VNAs, and spectrum analyzers
- Capability of scripting/automating the analysis flow with point tool is a plus
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.