Full-Time
CAD Engineer
Monolithic Power Systems
1,001-5,000 employees
Fabless semiconductor designer of power solutions
No salary listed
Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany + 2 more
More locations: Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain | Munich, Germany
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- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in CAD design, preferably with advanced process technologies.
- Experience with EDA tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, Mentor Graphics).
- Ability to explain technical information in a simple and understandable manner.
- Experience with Python, Tcl, Cadence SKILL, Perl.
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix (e.g., Red hat).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, version control).
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical information clearly.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to semiconductor design.
- Provide support and maintenance CAD tools used by IC designers include Synopsys Custom Compiler, Primesim, VCS, ICV, StarRC, Virtuoso, ADE, various simulation tools, and Verilog / System Verilog.
- Help maintain and update CAD libraries and databases.
- Develop and maintain scripts using Python, Perl, Tcl, and Cadence SKILL to automate design processes and improve efficiency.
- Work with CAD tool vendors to evaluate new tools, solve bugs, improve usability, etc.
- Develop infrastructure to support design work in new process technologies.
- Collaborate with design engineers to refine and improve existing designs flow based on feedback.
- Assist users in understanding and resolving technical issues related to CAD designs.
- Provide clear and concise explanations of complex technical concepts to non-technical users.
- Communicate effectively with users to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in design and documentation.
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
- Organize and manage documentation to ensure easy retrieval and reference.
Monolithic Power Systems designs and sells high-performance power management solutions and analog integrated circuits (ICs) for a variety of markets, including industrial, telecom, cloud computing, automotive, and consumer electronics. It operates as a fabless company, outsourcing semiconductor manufacturing to third-party foundries. Its products are compact, highly integrated power-management ICs that help end systems reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency. MPS primarily sells directly to OEMs and ODMs and through distributors and resellers. By focusing on proprietary process technology and design, MPS differentiates itself via efficient, easy-to-use power solutions that enable customers to lower total system power. The company’s goal is to provide reliable, energy-efficient power management components that enable customers to improve performance while minimizing power usage across diverse applications.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
West Palm Beach, Florida
Founded
1997
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 revenue hit record $804M with 85% enterprise data growth forecast.
- Penang engineering center opened March 2026 bolsters global testing capacity.
- Stock surged 61% in six months on 25.9% five-year revenue CAGR.
What critics are saying
- Texas Instruments erodes MPS design wins in enterprise data with 40nm ICs.
- Wolfspeed floods SiC market, compressing MPS 800V data-center margins.
- Infineon wins NVIDIA GB200 PMIC, excluding MPS from multi-billion ramp.
What makes Monolithic Power Systems unique
- MPS pioneered single-chip power systems using proprietary BCD process since 1997.
- Fabless model enables highly integrated DC/DC converters and LED drivers.
- Monolithic power modules integrate entire systems for energy-efficient solutions.
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Gennex joins the grand opening of MPS Malaysia. Gennex was honored to attend the grand opening of Monolithic Power Malaysia Sdn Bhd, marking an exciting milestone for the expansion of MPS Malaysia in the region. The event celebrated innovation, collaboration, and the continued growth of Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. across Southeast Asia. As a global leader in high-performance power solutions, MPS continues to play a vital role in advancing efficient power management technologies for modern electronics. With a commitment to authenticity, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships, Gennex connects businesses to globally recognized manufacturers while ensuring reliable procurement, efficient logistics, and responsive support. Supporting the growth of MPS Malaysia. As a trusted technology partner, Gennex Corporation is proud to support the growing presence of MPS Malaysia and its commitment to delivering cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. Through strong partnerships and regional collaboration, Gennex works closely with industry leaders like Monolithic Power Systems to provide innovative power management solutions for a wide range of industries, including: * Industrial electronics * Automotive systems * Data centers and cloud infrastructure * Consumer electronics * Telecommunications technology Innovation and collaboration in Southeast Asia. The grand opening highlighted the shared vision between Gennex and Monolithic Power Systems - to drive innovation and enable next-generation energy-efficient technologies. With the growing demand for high-performance power management, MPS Malaysia is positioned to support engineers and companies developing the technologies of tomorrow. Gennex looks forward to continuing its collaboration with Monolithic Power Systems and supporting innovation across Malaysia and beyond. MPS Malaysia: explore MPS power solutions. Offices. Singapore - HQ Gennex Singapore pte. ltd. Address: 11 Woodlands Close #09-27 Woodlands 11 Singapore 737853 Phone: +(65) 6684-2013 Fax: +(65) 6684-2011 Philippines
Monolithic Power Systems established engineering and test center in Penang. By Digital News Asia March 10, 2026 * New facility strengthens MPS's global testing capabilities and regional operations * Penang facility to anchor MPS's Malaysia operations and support semiconductor innovation Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS), a leading provider of high-performance power solutions, has officially opened its first engineering and test centre in Penang. The new facility will support MPS's expanding global operations and testing capacity. Leveraging its proprietary technology and engineering expertise, the company develops high-performance, ultra-efficient power management solutions used across data centres, automotive, consumer and industrial segments. The centre will also serve as MPS's Malaysia headquarters. The opening ceremony was attended by Chow Kon Yeow, chief minister of Penang; Loo Lee Lian, CEO of Invest Penang; and Deming Xiao, executive vice president of Global Operations at MPS. Chow Kon Yeow said the investment aligns with Penang's efforts to strengthen its semiconductor ecosystem. "MPS's aspiration towards cutting-edge R&D for semiconductor design resonates with the PSD@5KM+ vision. With PSD@5KM+ nurturing a pipeline of highly skilled talent, and MPS creating opportunities to apply these skills on a global scale, we are strengthening Penang's role as the heart of Malaysia's semiconductor innovation and the Silicon Valley of the East." Deming Xiao noted that MPS continues to expand its global footprint following strong business performance. "With record revenue in 2025 and 14 consecutive years of growth, we continue to invest strategically in regions that offer strong technical talent and operational excellence," he said. "The Penang engineering and test centre strengthens our global capabilities and supports our long-term expansion strategy," he added. Motorola Solutions is doing 'ground zero' design and development work in Penang, with 95% locally trained talent, but needs more quality engineers to be produced by universities. Apr 10, 2013 Chipbond Technology Corporation has opened its new advanced manufacturing facility in Batu Kawan, Penang. Feb 10, 2026 congatec, a global embedded and edge computing leader, launches a Penang subsidiary, expanding its high-value R&D footprint in Asia. Jan 27, 2026 For more technology news and the latest updates, follow us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn
Monolithic Power Systems, an analog and mixed signal chipmaker specialising in power management, has returned 215% since March 2021, nearly tripling the S&P 500's 76% gain. The stock currently trades at $1,020 and is up 19% over the past six months following strong quarterly results. Founded in 1997, the company has demonstrated robust fundamentals, with revenue growing at a 27% compound annual growth rate over the past five years. Its earnings per share increased 28.7% annually during the same period, indicating profitable growth. Monolithic Power Systems' five-year average return on invested capital was 43.5%, placing it amongst the best semiconductor companies. The stock currently trades at 50.2× forward price-to-earnings ratio.
KeyBanc has raised its price target for Monolithic Power Systems to $1,500 from $1,300, maintaining an Overweight rating following strong fourth-quarter results. The semiconductor company reported record quarterly revenue of $751.2 million, surpassing expectations of $740.23 million. The company's data centre division showed particularly strong momentum, with substantial year-over-year growth across enterprise data, computing storage and communications segments. Monolithic Power Systems has raised its 2026 enterprise data growth forecast to more than 50%, up from a previous 35% projection. The company designs and markets power management systems for computers, automotive, data centres and communications industries. The upgraded price target reflects strong market demand and share gains in the data centre sector.