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Senior Principal Signal Integrity Engineer

Senior Principal Signal Integrity Engineer

CompanyDell Technologies
LocationRound Rock, TX, USA
Salary$166600 – $215600
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 15+ years in an industry related role or equivalent skill with a thorough understanding of transmission line theory and electromagnetic field theory
  • Well versed in the use, theory, interpretation and practical application of a wide range of 2D, 3D, and Power Integrity simulation tools with extensive knowledge of advanced test and measurement equipment for SI related tasks
  • Ability to organize and manage multiple programs and projects under accelerated schedules
  • Advanced skill in reading and understanding technical data sheets, circuit schematics and mechanical drawings
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation and influencing skills

Responsibilities

  • Work with key silicon and passive component suppliers to obtain information, documentation and models required to enable simulation of assigned interfaces and technologies; develop, test and validate simulation models to ensure the accuracy of simulation results through correlation studies
  • Perform analysis of electrical designs and simulate viable routing, material, and interconnect solutions to define a “solution space” and develop design constraints for new high speed interfaces; devise optimized simulation strategies necessary to characterize worst case system conditions for high volume manufacturing and environmental variations; work with Electrical Engineers, PCB Layout and other Simulation Engineers to develop and ensure appropriate delivery and compliance of recommended layout design constraints
  • Develop design and validation guidelines required to successfully implement new technologies and interfaces across a broad range of platforms and development partners across the Dell product portfolio; participate in design reviews for platforms being developed internal and external to Dell and provide guidance based on signal integrity rules and best practices
  • Lead the development of electrical validation test plans for new technologies and assist in the resolution of signal integrity issues before they impact product delivery and/or quality
  • Engage with key technology and strategic suppliers to co-develop platform guidelines and simulation tools and to collaborate on future technology directions and ecosystem challenges associated with high frequency interfaces and materials

Preferred Qualifications

  • Undergrad or Graduate Degree in Electrical Engineering