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Principal MEMS Development Engineer

SiTime
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026
About SiTime

SiTime Corporation is the precision timing company. Our semiconductor MEMS programmable solutions offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power and better reliability. With more than 3 billion devices shipped, SiTime is changing the timing industry. For more information, visit www.sitime.com.

Job Summary

Join the team that is revolutionizing the timing industry with the best silicon Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) timing products in the world. As a Principal MEMS Development Engineer, you will use your technical and creative problem-solving skills to push forward MEMS technology and engineer resonators for SiTime’s next-generation timing products. It is not necessary to meet all job requirements to be a qualified candidate for the position.

Responsibilities

  • Lead definition and execution of challenging technical projects.
  • Advise management of challenges, impact, recommendations.
  • Develop new or improved resonators, MEMS technologies and/or products.
  • Design MEMS devices and characterize their electrical, mechanical, and thermal performance on wafer level and/or device level.
  • Work with process team to drive continuous improvement in MEMS yields.
  • Extend and enhance automated infrastructure for MEMS design, measurements, and data analysis.
  • Design and analyze experiments to understand device physics, materials, and fabrication.
  • Interface with local and overseas vendors.
  • Work in cross-functional teams, including circuits, systems, and packaging.
  • Working/supporting other projects as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Ph.D. in ME, EE, Physics, or equivalent
  • At least 3 years of industry experience.
  • Skilled scientist with ability to design, conduct, and analyze experiments.
  • Excellent problem identification and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent knowledge of mechanics, electrodynamics, thermodynamics.
  • Knowledge in fundamentals of MEMS devices physics and fabrication.
  • Experience with finite element simulation tools (COMSOL, ANSYS) and data processing tools (Matlab, Python).
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Passion for delivering exceptional results.

Desired Characteristics & Attributes

  • 3 -10 years of industry experience.
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of programing languages, circuits, metrology equipment and methods.
  • Experience with Statistical analysis and tools such as R or JMP.
  • Knowledge in MEMS microfabrication.

Compensation Range

At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent. The final offer is determined by factors such as location, experience, education, and training.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals—reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company’s future growth and success.

SiTime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We treat each person fairly and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment against anyone on the basis of any protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or marital status or other characteristics protected by law. SiTime participates in the E-Verify program.

Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique.

  • Innovation on Top – Philosophies of Innovation with Rajesh Vashist
  • Fabrication Knowledge – An Interview with Rajesh Vashist
  • SiTime Corporation – YouTube

Pay Range

$148,320—$203,940 USD

Salary : $148,320 - $203,940

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