Fred Sykes
About Fred Sykes
Fred Sykes is a Principal Analog IC Design Engineer with extensive experience in both CMOS and bipolar design. He specializes in ultra low power, low voltage audio circuits for hearing aids and has worked for ON Semiconductor since 2010, following a 22-year tenure at Gennum.
Work at ON Semiconductor
Fred Sykes has been employed at ON Semiconductor since 2010, where he holds the position of Principal Analog IC Design Engineer. In this role, he focuses on the development of advanced analog integrated circuits. His work involves designing ultra-low power, low voltage audio circuits, particularly for hearing aids. Sykes brings extensive experience in both CMOS and bipolar design to his current position, contributing to the company's innovation in semiconductor technology.
Previous Experience at Gennum
Prior to joining ON Semiconductor, Fred Sykes worked at Gennum for 22 years, from 1985 to 2007. During his tenure as Principal IC Design Engineer, he gained significant experience in integrated circuit design. His role involved working on various projects that contributed to the company's reputation in the semiconductor industry. This long-term experience laid the foundation for his expertise in analog circuit design.
Education and Expertise
Fred Sykes earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering from McMaster University, studying from 1981 to 1985. His educational background provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles. He possesses specialized expertise in designing Sigma-Delta ADCs, regulators, oscillators, and low noise preamps. Additionally, he has design experience with leading-edge CMOS processes down to 65nm, enhancing his capability in modern semiconductor design.
Background
Fred Sykes completed his secondary education at Cayuga Secondary School, where he studied from 1976 to 1981. His early education set the stage for his later pursuits in engineering. With a career spanning several decades, Sykes has developed a strong background in analog integrated circuit design, focusing on applications that require low power and low voltage solutions.