RF IC Design Engineer (F/M/D) 100% — CSEM Landquart
- Location
- Neuchâtel
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
Full description
Facing the challenges of our time Help us grow and be more impactful! The “Integrated and Wireless Systems” Business Unit , based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland is looking for a RF IC Design Engineer .
Your mission
Bridge research and industry working alongside experienced engineers, contributing to circuit design, simulation, implementation, and silicon validation while developing technical expertise. Participate in the design of ultra-low-power wireless transceivers for narrowband communications such as Bluetooth, UWB solutions for ranging and localization, and mm-wave radar systems for sensing applications.
Your responsibilities
- Design and verify RF and analog circuit blocks for research and industrial projects, contributing to circuit specifications and integration with support from experienced designers.
- Perform circuit simulations to assess noise, linearity, stability, and robustness across PVT corners and Monte Carlo variations.
- Contribute to RF layout, parasitic extraction, and electromagnetic simulations, and characterize silicon in the laboratory to compare measurements with simulations.
- Organize and document your design activities, participate in design reviews, and deliver results in line with project requirements and deadlines.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners, participate in technical conferences and customer visits, and contribute to technical publications and new ideas.
Your profile PhD or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a closely related field. Know-how
- Practical experience in analog or RF IC design through academic, research, or industrial projects. Experience with silicon implementation and measurement is an advantage.
- Solid foundations in low-power and low-noise analog and RF circuit design in CMOS, including trade-offs involving power, noise, linearity, and silicon area.
- Understanding of wireless transceiver architectures and design experience with one or more building blocks, such as LNAs, mixers, power amplifiers, oscillators, PLLs, or filters.
- Familiarity with Cadence design tools and circuit verification, including RF, PVT, and Monte Carlo simulations, and awareness of layout and parasitic effects.
- Familiarity with RF laboratory equipment and measurement techniques. Knowledge of electromagnetic simulation, measurement automation, or data analysis is an advantage.
Interpersonal skills
- Technical curiosity, a willingness to learn, and an analytical, hands-on approach to solving problems.
- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team and seek feedback when needed.
- A proactive and organized approach, taking ownership of assigned tasks and communicating progress and technical challenges clearly.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English
- French and German valued.
CSEM mission and values We believe in a future that is imagined, shared, and created TOGETHER. At CSEM, we don’t just innovate, we envision technologies that shape tomorrow. Since 1984, our purpose has remained constant: to harness science and technology for the benefit of society. Today, with over 650 people across Switzerland, we remain committed to our mission: to develop and transfer world-class solutions in digital technologies, precision manufacturing, and sustainable energy systems. In doing so, we empower Swiss industry to innovate and remain competitive. Our strength is the excellence of our people. We believe that strong values support the successful development of our organization as well as the harmonious and balanced development of all our employees. We are
- A unique place between research and industry at the cutting edge of new technologies
- An innovative, non-profit, and employee-driven company
- A dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multicultural environment
- A solar team focused on enabling solutions to energy challenges for a sustainable world
Working@CSEM means
- Being part of a passionate community
- Flexibility, attractive working conditions, and opportunities of development
- Benefit from a management style based on trust & feedback
Questions about this listing
What salary does CSEM Landquart offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Neuchâtel is CHF 71'000 - 107'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by CSEM Landquart. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does CSEM Landquart offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with CSEM Landquart during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Neuchâtel?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Neuchâtel's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Neuchâtel's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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