Quartz Crystal Resonator Design Engineer

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Quartz Crystal Resonator Design Engineer

  • Middleton, WI, US

  • Emp Type: Full time / Direct Hire

Industry: ENGINEERING

Salary: 75,000 - 85,000 Annual

1 day ago

About the Role

We're looking for a Quartz Crystal Resonator Design Engineer to develop, model, and optimize quartz-based frequency control devices. You'll work hands-on with design, simulation, and testing to improve resonator performance, stability, and manufacturability.

What You'll Do

  • Design AT-cut, SC-cut, and other quartz crystal resonators to meet frequency, temperature stability, and aging requirements

  • Build equivalent circuit models (e.g., Butterworth-Van Dyke) and simulate resonator performance

  • Partner with manufacturing to optimize blank processing, electrode deposition, and mounting techniques

  • Test and characterize frequency response, Q-factor, ESR, and temperature coefficients

  • Analyze the effects of vibration, shock, and environmental conditions on performance

  • Support failure analysis and continuous improvement efforts

  • Work with oscillator design teams to integrate resonators into circuits

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field, and/or 5 to 7 years of experience in quartz crystal resonator or frequency control device design

  • Strong understanding of piezoelectric materials and resonator physics

  • Experience with RF measurement tools such as network analyzers and impedance analyzers

  • Familiarity with equivalent circuit models and simulation tools

  • Ability to interpret and create technical drawings and specifications

Nice to Have

  • SC-cut crystal design experience for high-stability applications

  • Knowledge of crystal growth, cutting, lapping, and plating processes

  • Familiarity with oscillator circuit design and phase noise

  • Background in aerospace, defense, or telecom applications

  • Exposure to environmental and reliability testing standards (MIL-STD, QPL)

What We Offer

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Vacation, holiday, and sick time

Work Environment

  • A mix of lab, office, and manufacturing floor, with occasional travel to suppliers or customer sites.

Ready to Apply?

  • If you have the skills and passion for precision frequency control design, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply today and submit your resume to get started.