Design Engineer

About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live.

For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values

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Staying customer-centric,

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Inspiring dedication,

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Persevering,

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Growing by reflection.

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview

Huawei’s vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward.

Job Summary

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At Huawei Ipswich Research Center we design and develop a range of active and passive components in III-V semiconductors and on hybrid integrated photonics platforms. Huawei Ipswich Research Centre is looking for a Design Engineer with experience in the design and characterisation of optoelectronic devices. You will be part of the Design Team, and support research and development projects on III-V optical chips and their RF interfaces. The role will involve idea generation, simulation, design and analysis. You will be working in close cooperation with a wide team of experts in design, fabrication and testing and support transfer research and technology projects to production.

Key Responsibilities

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Communicate with customers and other designers in order to define technical delivery work-packges for projects. Take ownership of technical project decisions and technical leadership of the project development team.

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Collaborate with colleagues in Design, Fabrication, and Test departments to plan and gather data efficiently and ensure experimental verification meets the project goals

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Carry out rf simulation of semiconductor materials, III-V chips, carriers and integrated systems to understand loss, reflection, crosstalk etc to meet project needs.

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Implement machine learning techniques to accelerate and automate simulation needs, and understand goals and limitations to existing methods or tools

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Delivering insight and idea generation based on conference attendance and state of the art review of literature

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Automate mask layout and PDK generation based on project needs and input from new process development blocks

This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.

Person Specification

Required

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PhD in a relevant semiconductor or device design topic

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Deep knowledge of optoelectronic device physics, alongside familiarity with simulation tools and processes

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Ability to work independently, manage time on multiple projects. Exceptional skills in data analysis, capability to communicate complex information within organizations.

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Strong Python coding skills

Desired

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3+ years in relevant field/photonics field in industry or academia developing photonic devices

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Hands-on knowledge of mask layout or PDK generation

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Expertise in electromagnetic simulation and high frequency design of devices and modules

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Familiarity with epitaxy and fabricating process of III-V optoelectronic devices

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Skilled in automation of simulation tools or machine learning

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Optical communication system understanding for DC, Metro and Long-haul links

What we offer

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33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)

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Group Personal Pension

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Life insurance

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Private medical insurance

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Medical expense claim scheme

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Employee Assistance Program

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Cycle to work scheme

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Company sports club and social events

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Additional time off for learning and development