FPGA Engineer
Actalent · Newtown, PA · 1 mo ago
Hybrid$55–$67/hrContract
About the role
We are seeking an FPGA Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and deployment of FPGA-based products. This position is open to candidates with 7-10 years of experience, focusing on RTL design, FPGA development, simulation, verification, timing closure, and product development support. The role involves collaboration with hardware engineers, embedded software engineers, and test engineers.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop FPGA-based products with a focus on RTL design, FPGA development, and simulation
- Collaborate with hardware, embedded software, and test engineers to ensure seamless product development
- Perform simulation and verification to validate designs before hardware deployment
- Achieve timing closure on high-speed FPGA designs through timing analysis and optimization
- Provide product development support and engage in lab debugging and troubleshooting
Essential Skills
- Significant hands-on experience in FPGA design, with a proven track record of developing and delivering FPGA designs into production
- Daily hands-on RTL coding experience, with a strong preference for VHDL, though Verilog is also acceptable
- Proven experience in achieving timing closure on higher-speed FPGA designs through timing analysis and optimization
- Experience in FPGA simulation and verification to validate designs prior to hardware deployment
- Familiarity with Xilinx FPGA family is preferred, but experience with Microchip and Intel/Altera is also valuable
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with automation and scripting using Python and TCL to enhance FPGA build flows and development efficiency
- Strong troubleshooting and lab debugging skills at the board level
Work Environment
The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with opportunities to engage with cutting-edge technology and innovative projects. The team values efficiency, precision, and continuous improvement, making it an ideal setting for engineers passionate about FPGA development.
Pay
- $55.00 - $67.00/hr
Schedule
- Contract to Hire position based out of Newtown, PA
- Hybrid position in Newtown, PA
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)