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Principal Modeling Engineer

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc
Lowell, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/29/2026
MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products forData Center, Telecommunication and Industrial and Defense applications.Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and salesoffices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. MACOM is certified to theISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental managementstandard.

MACOM has more than 75 years of application expertise withmultiple design centers, Si, GaAs and InP fabrication, manufacturing, assemblyand test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe, andAsia. Click here to view our facilities. In addition, MACOM offers foundryservices that represent a key core competency within our business.

MACOM sells and distributes products globally via a saleschannel comprised of a direct field sales force, authorized salesrepresentatives and leading industry distributors. Our sales team is trainedacross all of our products to give our customers insights into our entireportfolio.

Modeling Engineer - Principal

This is an engineering position that is available on theCorporate R&D team. The individualwill be responsible for developing Process Design Kits (PDK) and device modelsto assist product design across the breadth of MACOM's product portfolio -GaAs, GaN and Si based semiconductor ICsand modules. The individual will also assume supervisory responsibility for themodeling test lab. Training and career growth opportunities will be provided.

Specific Responsibilities:
  • Development of active device models for GaAs, GaN, and Sibased FET and diode devices
  • Creation and maintenance of Process Design Kits for a rangeof semiconductor processes, for both internal and external fabs
  • Supervisory responsibility of the modeling test lab,ensuring quality measurements from the lab team and managing the flow of testwork in the lab
  • Optimization of device design and layout to improveperformance
  • Creation and maintenance of Assura DRC/LVS decks
  • Software development as needed to automate electrical testfor device characterization and model extraction

Qualifications / Skills:
  • BS or MS in Electronic Engineering or equivalent
  • 7-10 years relevant experience
  • Understanding of electronic device modeling (including someof circuit based, TCAD, EM, and thermal simulation)
  • Experience in development of Process Design Kits in KeysightADS and/or Cadence MWoffice
  • RF/Microwave test expertise, including calibrationtechniques, S-parameters, load pull, 2-tone, and pulsed measurements
  • Understanding of semiconductor devices, IC manufacturing,and circuit design
  • Programming expertise, preferably in Python, Linux shell,and scripting
  • Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S.Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, orindividuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for thisposition.

The Salary Range for this position is $120,000 - $170,000.Actual salary offered to candidates will depend on several factors, includingbut not limited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education,and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to adiverse workforce. MACOM will notdiscriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age,disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, maritalstatus, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonableaccommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mentaldisabilities. If you have a disabilityand are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of theapplication process please call 1- or email Provide your name, phone number and theposition title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodationneeded, and we will get back to you. Wealso work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodationin order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefitspackage including but not limited to:
Health,dental, and vision insurance.
Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
Paid timeoff.
Professionaldevelopment opportunities.

Salary : $120,000 - $170,000

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