Olivier Causse
About Olivier Causse
Olivier Causse is a Concepteur Analogique with over two decades of experience at ON Semiconductor, where he specializes in DC/DC converter architecture and transistor-level analog design. He has a strong academic background, holding a DEA in Microelectronics and Microsystems and a Maitrise de Physique.
Work at ON Semiconductor
Olivier Causse has been employed at ON Semiconductor since 2002, holding the position of Concepteur analogique. In this role, he has contributed to various projects, particularly in the design and optimization of DC/DC converter architectures. His work focuses on enhancing the performance of power management solutions, which are critical for portable applications. Prior to his current position, he served as Ingénieur support CAO at ON Semiconductor from 2001 to 2002, where he supported design activities in the Toulouse region.
Education and Expertise
Olivier Causse holds a DEA in Conception des Circuits Microélectronique et Microsystème from the Institut national des Sciences appliquées de Toulouse, which he achieved in 1997. He also earned a Maitrise de Physique from Université Paul Sabatier (Toulouse III) in 1996. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his specialization in transistor-level analog design and functional characterization of silicon parts. He is proficient in using design tools such as CADENCE, MathCad, and SIMPLIS.
Background
Olivier Causse began his career at LAAS-CNRS, where he worked as a doctoral researcher from 1997 to 2001 in the Toulouse region of France. His research during this period laid the groundwork for his expertise in analog design and optimization. After completing his doctoral studies, he transitioned to ON Semiconductor, where he has spent over two decades advancing his skills and contributing to the field of analog circuit design.
Achievements in Circuit Design
Throughout his career, Olivier Causse has developed significant projects, including an integrated RF low pass filter that operates between 800MHz and 3GHz. This filter was designed to meet specific customer specifications, including ESD requirements and attenuation. Additionally, he has taken on leadership roles in Buck converter projects, focusing on reducing standby and quiescent current, which is essential for improving the efficiency of portable electronic devices.