Analog/Mixed Signal Design Engineer

Located in: Corvallis, OR 97330 Aptina Imaging is a division of Micron Technology.  As an Analog/Mixed Signal Design Engineer at Aptina, you will be responsible for the implementation, design, test, and verification of analog and mixed-signal circuit blocks in an assortment of CMOS process technologies intended for imaging applications utilizing low noise and low power applications.  These blocks will consist of low noise amplifiers, precision band gap references, ADCs, temperature sensors, DACs, high voltage charge pumps, special drivers, etc.  In this position, you will be responsible for documentation of circuits and products, e.g. specifications, timing diagrams, etc.  You will utilize your knowledge of analog performance metrics such as: gain-bandwidth, stability, frequency response, INL, DNL, settling time, noise, etc.  You will make important contributions to the layout and/or layout administration of circuit blocks.  You will be closely working with design engineering team on a day-to-day basis in solving physical design issues.You may be required to travel.  Successful candidates for this position will have: Familiarity of designing analog and mixed-signal blocks (i.e. op-amps, bandgap references, regulators, charge pumps, ADCs, biasing circuits, switch capacitor sampling circuits,  etc.). Superior written and oral communications skills. Capability to work autonomously and as part of a team. The ability to model analog circuits and subsystems using standard SPICE component models, and to refine and append existing models according to specific application. Knowledge of typical analog MOSFET operation and biasing techniques to achieve desired state / mode of operation (amplifiers vs. drivers). Thorough knowledge of op-amp circuit theory, modeling, analysis and applications; understanding op-amp frequency, GB, slew rate, input offset voltage, input bias current limitations; including op-amp recommended design practices. Knowledge of differential, isolation, audio, comparators, buffers, DAC and ADC converters, Smart Power, and bandgap Devices. Knowledge of filter theory and operation of active and passive analog filters, including common design techniques and circuit configurations to achieve low pass (LP), band pass (BP), high pass (HP), band stop (BS), all pass (AP) response. The ability to design and develop mixed signal circuitry to interface with digital circuits and systems, including Hybrid and Multi-Chip Modules. The ability to assess, quantify and address thermal and power issues in analog design. An Understanding of analog low noise and low power sampling and conversion circuit design experience and knowledge is especially valued. Knowledge of Cadence Integrated Circuit design tools (Spectre/Virtuoso), Verilog or VHDL, and MatLab. Experience designing in various CMOS process technologies Education:BSEE and 6+ years experience, MSEE and 4+ years experience, or PhD and 2+ years experience. Join Us! "Micron’s employees are its greatest asset and our success is the result of their efforts and dedication." Steve Appleton Chairman, CEO, and President About Micron Micron Technology, Inc., a Fortune 500 company, provides advancedmemory and imaging semiconductor solutions for applications that makeour lives more mobile, connected, and informed than ever before. Ourbroad product portfolio enables us to create strategic partnershipsand add value in mobile, computing, server, automotive, networking,security, industrial, consumer, and medical applications. Micron's core values drive our success in innovation and performance. Forthe sixth year in a row, Micron was among the top ten companies listedfor number of patents per employee. Strategically located in 18 countries with team members speaking over60 different languages, Micron is one of the world's most geographicallydiverse and well-positioned semiconductor companies. Our Team Members Micron team members are Micron—which is why Micron is committed to developing its workforce from within and makes a large investment in on-the-job training and professional development. Micron’s emphasis on open communication and shared decision-making translates to active participation and opportunities for team members to really make a difference. Website: www.micron.com ©2006 Micron Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved