• FPGA Engineer

    Actalent (Plano, TX)


    We are looking to hire a FPGA Engineer to join a company that is within the telecom industry paving the way through 5G wireless.

    Job Description

    The Advanced FPGA Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, and optimization of FPGA-based solutions for various projects. The selected candidate will contribute to the development of innovative products, collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware design, quality assurance, and operations, and lead FPGA design efforts from inception to delivery. This position requires onsite work.

    Responsibilities

    + Design FPGA-based systems to meet project requirements.

    + Implement and optimize FPGA designs for performance, power, and area efficiency.

    + Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate FPGA solutions into larger systems.

    + Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the reliability and functionality of FPGA designs.

    + Debug and troubleshoot FPGA designs, identifying and resolving issues promptly.

    + Generate clear and comprehensive documentation for FPGA designs, including specifications, test plans, and user guides.

    + Maintain version-controlled design documentation throughout the development lifecycle.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of FPGA solutions.

    + Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in FPGA design.

    + Explore and recommend new tools, methodologies, and techniques to enhance FPGA development processes.

    + Contribute to project planning for FPGA development activities.

    Essential Skills Required:

    + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

    + Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in FPGA design and development.

    + Simulation/verification

    + Strong understanding of high-speed digital design principles.

    + Expertise in RTL optimized design technique in digital and DSP domain with Verilog/SystemVerilog and/or VHDL.

    + Proficient in using FPGA design-verification tools from vendors such as Xilinx/AMD or Altera/Intel, simulator Questasim.

    + Experience with Cocotb (UVM is nice, but prefer Cocotb). Prefer to have 5G/ORAN background , but if there is someone who has really strong Cocotb, python and simulation experience, he will consider.

    Work Environment

    The role is based onsite in Plano, TX, working five days a week. The work environment is collaborative and fast-paced, focusing on the development of multiband radio units for ORAN technology in the 5G domain.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plano, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $58.00/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 Plano,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 30, 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.