Power Management Systems Design and… at Qualcomm · San Diego

Summary: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading technology innovator that drives digital and RF transformation to create a smarter, connected future. The PMIC Systems Engineer will research, design, develop, integrate, and verify power management solutions at the chipset level while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance and power metrics. Responsibilities: - Applies knowledge of PMIC Systems to assist in the research, design, and development hardware and software solutions at the chipset and/or feature level - Specifies power management products, functions, and supporting software to meet chipset level requirements - Assists in test platform HW/SW development, test planning, and post-silicon verification - Triages problems at the system-level to determine root cause - Applies expertise in power electronics (switch mode and linear), high bandwidth/low latency control interfaces, thermal analysis, power distribution networks, firmware coding, Python or similar scripting languages, PCB layout and construction, battery chemistry and industry standard interfaces in order to define, design, test, integrate and produce power management systems - Develops and reviews PCB schematics and design layouts for a specific sub-system of chipset design under guidance from more senior engineers - Utilizes design and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Excel and Mentor Graphics to execute the system design of a specific chipset and/or feature - Documents basic details about components, data, and functionality for a PMIC Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 1+ year of Software, Hardware, Electrical, Systems, or related engineering work experience - OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field - Applies knowledge of PMIC Systems to assist in the research, design, and development hardware and software solutions at the chipset and/or feature level - Specifies power management products, functions, and supporting software to meet chipset level requirements - Assists in test platform HW/SW development, test planning, and post-silicon verification - Triages problems at the system-level to determine root cause - Applies expertise in power electronics (switch mode and linear), high bandwidth/low latency control interfaces, thermal analysis, power distribution networks, firmware coding, Python or similar scripting languages, PCB layout and construction, battery chemistry and industry standard interfaces in order to define, design, test, integrate and produce power management systems - Develops and reviews PCB schematics and design layouts for a specific sub-system of chipset design under guidance from more senior engineers - Utilizes design and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Excel and Mentor Graphics to execute the system design of a specific chipset and/or feature - Documents basic details about components, data, and functionality for a PMIC - Works under supervision - Decision-making affects direct area of work and/or work group - Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information - Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively Preferred Qualifications: - 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: SMPS, LDO, Buck Converters, Boost Converters, Clock system generation and distribution, Battery charging and USB, Wireless battery charger, Battery fuel gauging, Haptics ERM/LRA, Precision references, Mobile phone hardware, PWB design, Chipset infrastructure and digital interfaces Required Skills: Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMIC) Systems, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS), Low Dropout Regulators (LDO), Buck Converters, Boost Converters, Clock System Generation and Distribution, Battery Charging and USB Interfaces, Wireless Battery Charging, Battery Fuel Gauging, Haptics ERM/LRA, Precision References, Mobile Phone Hardware, Printed Wiring Board (PWB) Design, Chipset Infrastructure and Digital Interfaces, Power Electronics, Thermal Analysis, Power Distribution Networks, Firmware Coding, Python, PCB Layout and Construction, Battery Chemistry, Industry Standard Interfaces, MATLAB, Mentor Graphics, Excel Benefits: Competitive annual discretionary bonus program, Opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus), Highly competitive benefits package