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Keithley has enjoyed a history of growth and success. Apply your technical knowledge in a challenging and technologically sophisticated environment.
Keithley recruits new hires with the following degrees:
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Physics
- EE/MBA
- Computer Engineering
- Information Technology		 Keithley Instruments recognized as a Northcoast 99 winner for 2007

Positions Currently Available

Senior System Engineer



With over 60 years of measurement expertise, Keithley Instruments Inc. (www.keithley.com) has become a world leader in advanced electrical test instruments and systems from DC to RF (radio frequency). Our products solve emerging measurement needs in production testing, process monitoring, product development, and research. Our customers are scientists and engineers in the worldwide electronics industry involved with advanced materials research, semiconductor device and wafer characterization, and the production of end products such as electronic assemblies or portable wireless devices. The value we provide to our customers is a combination of precision measurement technology and a rich understanding of their applications to improve the quality, throughput, and yield of their products.

Keithley is currently seeking a System Engineer for our Solon, Ohio offices.

The selected candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team with new product development, manufacturing, and other professionals to develop industry-leading test equipment used by the fastest-growing electronics companies. He/she will work to ensure customer satisfaction, facilitate new product introductions, and execute cost reduction strategies, redesigns, and enhancements of existing products. We are looking for an experienced professional who is skilled at analog and digital hardware design and troubleshooting. Experience in system engineering of products containing distributed software, embedded firmware, and hardware components is a very strong plus.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:


A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required, along with two to six years of progressively responsible experience in a design engineering position. A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is desirable.

This position performs engineering tasks related to system design, system integration, and system-level specifications. The candidate will research, design, and implement board-level electronic circuits and systems as defined by internal and external customers. The applicant must be proficient in reading, debugging, and writing code running on embedded platforms as well as user-level software. Specific skill sets include, but are not limited to: analog and digital hardware design, power supply design, SMU design, signal conditioning design, PCB board schematic capture and layout, A/D and DAC design, signal integrity considerations for low-current and AC applications, part and component evaluation and selection, theory of operation, technical specifications, and error budgets. Must also perform engineering tasks related to planning, developing, and adapting methods to improve DfX, manufacturing production quality, yields, and efficiency. Proficiency in statistical analysis is desired.

TOOLS/SKILLS


Cadence & Eagle schematic and layout tools; SPICE simulation experience; C, C++, Perl software languages; Windows, Unix, and Linux Operating Systems; FPGA design (VHDL); version control systems (RCS, Perforce, PVCS); Microprocessor experience (Motorola, PIC, Atmel); Communication protocol knowledge (RS-232, GPIB, PCI, VXI, SPI, I2C)

For immediate and confidential consideration, please mail/fax/email a current resume to:
 
Laurie Fischer
Keithley Instruments, Inc.
28775 Aurora Road
Solon, OH 44139

Fax No. 440-498-2664
Email: lfischer@keithley.com

Firmware Design Engineer



There is currently available to qualified candidates a position as a Firmware Design Engineer. The selected candidate will research, design, and implement component and system firmware. The selected candidate will also analyze and modify designs as necessary in new product development and existing product support. Create and circulate Engineering Change Requests, Engineering Change Authorizations, and Deviations. Design, implement, and debug device drivers in software programming languages (C++, Perl, Visual C using Real Time Operating System, VxWorks). Design, implement, test, and simulate FPGA design using DSP design, VHDL, Verilog, version control, part and component evaluation and selection, embedded systems, state machines, and PCI.

Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent. Knowledge of C++, Perl, Visual C using Real Time Operating System, closed-loop programming, real-time operating systems, FPGA design, DSP design, VHDL, and embedded systems.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please send your resume to Cory Marino, Sr. Human Resources Specialist at Keithley Instruments, Inc., 28775 Aurora Road, Solon, Ohio.

SR. Applications Engineer



There is currently available to qualified candidates a position as a Sr. Applications Engineer. The selected candidate will monitor, develop and refine testing methodologies for customer satisfaction and improve product performance. Analyze eng. req. and confer to define new products. Provide technical support to customers, sales and marketing for product development and implementation. Write technical papers evaluating interface between hardware, software and performance requirements of overall system. Work heavily with C, UNIX & Windows. Work heavily with RF. Perform RF parameter extraction (Ft., Fmax, L, C, R, Q) preferably with CMOS devises and RF/DC device characterization in GHz range. Perform engineering analysis for semiconductor fabrication operations. Travel up to 10% required to meet with customers and train.

Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering, physics or equivalent. Two years experience of RF measurements knowledge in testing Silicon devises with Aluminum pads and interconnects & semiconductor fabrications operations and C, Unix, Windows.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please send your resume to Cory Marino, Sr. Human Resources Specialist at Keithley Instruments, Inc., 28775 Aurora Road, Solon, Ohio.

Lead Field Applications ENG. (California)



With over 60 years of measurement expertise, Keithley Instruments Inc. (www.keithley.com) has become a world leader in advanced electrical test instruments and systems from DC to RF (radio frequency).  Our products solve emerging measurement needs in production testing, process monitoring, product development, and research. Our customers are scientists and engineers in the worldwide electronics industry involved with advanced materials research, semiconductor device and wafer characterization, and the production of end products such as electronic assemblies or portable wireless devices.  The value we provide to our customers is a combination of precision measurement technology and a rich understanding of their applications to improve the quality, throughput, and yield of their products.

Keithley is currently seeking a Lead Field Applications Engineer for our Irvine, CA office.

The selected candidate will be responsible for providing technical support to Keithley personnel and customers by answering technical questions regarding product performance and application.  He/she will provide customers, sales and marketing personnel with technical support for the promotion and sale of existing and new Keithley products, as well as training in the area of product operation and applications. The postion will support our high end DC and RF instrumentation products and ultimately will also be expected to provide first level support for our parametric tester lines.

A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or equivalent is required, with four to eight years of experience. A working knowledge of RF measurements as they apply to cell phone testing (GSM, CDMA, TDMA etc technologies) and good understanding of DC measurements is necessary.  Knowledge of semiconductor device physics and S-Parameter measurements a plus. Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

For immediate and confidential consideration, please mail/fax/email a current resume to:
 
Laurie Fischer
Keithley Instruments, Inc.
28775 Aurora Road
Solon, OH 44139

Fax No. 440-498-2664
Email: lfischer@keithley.com

Test Development Engineer - Services



With over 60 years of measurement expertise, Keithley Instruments Inc. (www.keithley.com) has become a world leader in advanced electrical test instruments and systems from DC to RF (radio frequency).  Our products solve emerging measurement needs in production testing, process monitoring, product development, and research. Our customers are scientists and engineers in the worldwide electronics industry involved with advanced materials research, semiconductor device and wafer characterization, and the production of end products such as electronic assemblies or portable wireless devices.  The value we provide to our customers is a combination of precision measurement technology and a rich understanding of their applications to improve the quality, throughput, and yield of their products.

Keithley is currently seeking Test Development Engineers for our Services Team in our Solon, Ohio offices.

The selected candidates are responsible for assessing, developing, and delivering custom test solutions to our customers.  These solutions consist of software, hardware, technical consulting, implementation, and training.  Primary job duties include:

  • Communicate with customers to intimately understand their test/measurement needs and recommend optimal measurement techniques, software, and/or hardware.
  • Develop software and configure hardware to meet requirements for customer applications.
  • Conduct on-site implementation, consulting, and training.
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    Required:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or equivalent.
  • A minimum of three years of experience with software such as LabView, C/C++, VB, .NET, and Lua.
  • A minimum of three years of experience in the application of DC, pulse, and/or RF electrical measurements used in both research and manufacturing environments.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially with customers.
  • Strong knowledge of I-V and RF measurements and test instrumentation, such as Keithley SourceMeters and Switching products.
  • Able to travel (predominantly within US) up to 30% of the time. Position may require on-site customer engagements of several months in duration.
    • For immediate and confidential consideration, please mail/fax/email a current resume to:
     
    Laurie Fischer
    Keithley Instruments, Inc.
    28775 Aurora Road
    Solon, OH 44139

    Fax No. 440-498-2664
    Email: lfischer@keithley.com

    Engineering Co-op



    With 60 years of measurement expertise, Keithley Instruments Inc. http://www.keithley.com has become a world leader in advanced electrical test instruments and systems from DC to RF (radio frequency). Our products solve emerging measurement needs in production testing, process monitoring, product development, and research. Our customers are scientists and engineers in the worldwide electronics industry involved with advanced materials research, semiconductor device and wafer characterization, and the production of end products such as electronic assemblies or portable wireless devices. The value we provide to our customers is a combination of precision measurement technology and a rich understanding of their applications to improve the quality, throughput, and yield of their products.

    The selected candidate will test and evaluate advanced test and measurement systems by developing and executing test plans and helping to analyze the results. He/she will perform configuration management and documentation tasks pertaining to the test function, and will participate in design reviews, project management meetings and process improvement activities.

    The selected candidate should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferably with a focus on embedded software. He/she should be familiar with either UNIX or Windows and must have some programming experience.

    If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please mail, fax or e-mail your resume to:

    Human Resources,
    Keithley Instruments, Inc.
    28775 Aurora Road
    Solon, OH 44139

    Fax No. 440-498-2664
    Email: lfischer@keithley.com

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