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Fermilab

LLRF FPGA Design Engineer

Batavia, IL · On-site

$111K - $146K/yr

Fermilab seeks a highly motivated LLRF System Design Engineer in the Accelerator Division RF ... A strong understanding of digital signal processing, control system design, embedded systems ...

NinjaTrader

GRC Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

You'll serve as the bridge between Security, Engineering, and the business by transforming manual, evidence-heavy compliance work into automated, repeatable processes while helping leadership ...

Koch Industries

Sr. Signal Integrity Engineer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$164K/yr

Your Job We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Signal Integrity (SI) Engineer to lead the measurement, analysis, and validation of high-speed digital and RF interconnects, including connectors ...

Eliyan

Digital - SerDes Digital Design Lead

Mundelein, IL · On-site

$138K/yr

... GAA process nodes * Collaborate closely with analog/mixed-signal designers on SerDes AFE ... D in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields * 12+ years of experience in ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract digital signal processing engineer in Chicago, IL is $135,308.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,800.00 and $151,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Digital Signal Processing Engineer vs Contract Electrical Engineer?

AspectContract Digital Signal Processing EngineerContract Electrical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, specialized in signal processingBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesigning algorithms, software development, testing in labs or officesHardware design, circuit testing, system integration in labs or field
Industry UsageTelecommunications, audio/video processing, defensePower systems, electronics manufacturing, automation

While both roles require electrical engineering fundamentals, Contract Digital Signal Processing Engineers focus on algorithm development and software, whereas Contract Electrical Engineers often work on hardware and system integration. The choice depends on whether the project emphasizes software signal processing or hardware electrical systems.

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LLRF FPGA Design Engineer

Fermilab

Batavia, IL • On-site

$111K - $146K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is:
$111,400.00-$146,600.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
This position does not provide relocation, or sponsorship.
About the role:
Fermilab seeks a highly motivated LLRF System Design Engineer in the Accelerator Division RF Department's Low-Level RF Group to support operating systems in the Booster Synchrotron and new development of systems for the Recycler and Main Injector Synchrotrons. The candidate will work in a design team environment under the supervision of a more senior engineer or scientist. Activities for this candidate will include:
What your day-to-day as a Low-Level Radio Frequency FPGA Engineer at Fermilab will look like:
  • LLRF System Design for high power synchrotrons
  • Develop design specifications based on project requirements.
  • Design of complex control algorithms for the RF field regulation of RF cavities.
  • Real-time high-speed signal processing and control systems design using FPGA's
  • Develop model-based design simulation/design using Simulink or MATLAB.
  • Support in development of FPGA based real-time embedded systems.
  • Perform system verification and validation for efficiency, reliability, and compatibility.
  • Abide by all environment, safety, and health regulations.

Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success:
  • A minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited institution or equivalent scientific education (Master's degree preferred)

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • 10+ years of experience with RF System design work at accelerator linac or synchrotron
  • Firmware development with VHDL/Verilog using Intel/Xilinx FPGA's/Tools
  • Experience in logic simulation/verification of complex FPGA designs.
  • A strong understanding of digital signal processing, control system design, embedded systems software and firmware development is highly desirable.
  • Circuit design experience specifying, implementing, and optimizing circuitry that includes low noise amplifiers, power amplifiers, filters, phase locked loops, RF switches, and base band circuits is preferred.

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.
  • Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Short and Long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.
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In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
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Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.
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Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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