• FPGA Engineer

    Actalent (San Diego, CA)


    Job Title: FPGA EngineerJob Description

     

    As an FPGA/Firmware Design Engineer, you will design, implement, and test firmware solutions targeting unique high-speed FPGAs and their supporting circuitry. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

    Responsibilities

    + Collaborate with a multidisciplinary design team, including electrical engineers, systems engineers, and scientists, to implement and integrate FPGA designs and sensor systems.

    + Analyze, design, simulate, and implement algorithms in hardware descriptor languages, such as VHDL and Verilog, based on MATLAB models.

    + Develop HDL test benches in hardware description languages for code validation and validation against models.

    + Analyze schematic diagrams for custom or commercial-off-the-shelf electronic hardware involving high-speed digital and/or analog circuitry in FPGA-centric systems.

    + Conduct experimental tests on the latest FPGA and SoC evaluation boards, evaluate results, and develop specifications for next-generation components.

    + Address diverse problems by determining methods and procedures for new assignments and providing feedback to technical personnel.

    + Develop project test plans and procedures, support test planning, and assist in executing lab and field testing.

    + Maintain requirements documents, functional specifications, and interface control documents.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.

    + 8-12 years of relevant experience in FPGA system design and test.

    + Experience with embedded software/firmware design.

    + Proficiency in C/C++ and MATLAB.

    + Understanding of high-speed serial communication standards and interfaces, such as Aurora, 10Ge, and PCIe.

    + Experience with version control systems, including SVN and Git.

    + Hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + US Citizenship.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain a Final DoD Secret Clearance.

    Work Environment

    You will work in a dynamic environment, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and tools. The role requires a hands-on approach in a laboratory setting, often involving test equipment and instrumentation. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential to the success of projects.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • 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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.