CareerPlan

Senior RF Systems Engineer

Santa Clara,CAFull-time$161k–$221k2026-08-04 → 2026-10-23

Core

Design, integrate, and optimize RF power delivery systems and subsystems for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing equipment to ensure plasma performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Role type

Senior IC RF Systems Engineer (Semiconductor Equipment)

Builds

RF generators, match networks, RF sensors, transmission lines, and power distribution components for plasma processing tools.

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / RF Engineering / Plasma Processing

Required skills

RF circuit design, Electromagnetics, Impedance matching, Transmission line theory, High-frequency power delivery systems, RF generators and matching networks, Hands-on troubleshooting, Laboratory characterization, Cross-functional team leadership, Technical program management

Preferred skills

Semiconductor plasma processing experience, PECVD/CVD/Etch/EPI process support, RF frequencies (400 kHz to 60 MHz+), ADS, HFSS, CST Studio Suite, SPICE, MATLAB, Python, Plasma diagnostics, High-power RF systems, Pulsed RF technologies

Technologies

ADS, HFSS, CST Studio Suite, SPICE, MATLAB, Python

Responsibilities

Lead design and integration of RF power delivery systems; Define RF subsystem requirements based on process and customer needs; Optimize RF architectures for plasma stability and uniformity; Partner with plasma engineers to analyze RF-plasma interactions; Drive subsystem integration across power delivery, chamber hardware, and controls; Utilize simulation tools for circuit analysis, EM modeling, and thermal assessments; Mentor junior engineers and present technical results to leadership.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership