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Job Title: FPGA Design EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a highly skilled FPGA Design Engineer with expertise in high-speed interface timing, embedded soft-core processors, and custom IP development. This role involves working closely with the FPGA team during the validation phase of the current product to verify operations and ensure performance meets specifications. Additionally, you will contribute to the design discussions and preliminary reviews for the next product variant.

Responsibilities

+ Define and implement RGMII timing constraints to ensure robust high-speed data communication.

+ Perform simulation and verification of top-level FPGA designs using SystemVerilog and VUnit frameworks.

+ Integrate and validate NIOS II soft-core processors within FPGA designs.

+ Design and implement custom NIOS II instructions, including 64-bit math functions, to optimize performance.

+ Collaborate with the FPGA team to validate current design functionality and ensure compliance with performance specifications.

+ Participate in design discussions and preliminary reviews for the next-generation product variant.

+ Document design specifications, test plans, and simulation results.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

+ 3+ years of experience in FPGA design and verification.

+ Proficiency in SystemVerilog, VHDL, and FPGA simulation tools.

+ Strong understanding of timing analysis, especially for RGMII or other high-speed interfaces.

+ Experience with Intel (Altera) Quartus, NIOS II, and custom instruction development.

+ Familiarity with VUnit or similar verification frameworks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with 64-bit arithmetic logic design.

+ Knowledge of embedded C/C++ for NIOS II software development.

+ Familiarity with AXI/Avalon bus protocols.

+ Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

You will work in a collaborative environment focusing on cutting-edge FPGA technologies. The role requires interaction with a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in the field of FPGA design and development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $95.00/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 hybrid position in Fort Collins,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.

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