CAD Engineering, Principal

CAD Engineering

Lead full-custom IC layout design and verification, including chip floor planning, analog IP layout and chip level layout integration of various analog, mixed signal and ASIC blocks.

Full verification of Block level and top-level layout including extraction, DRC, LVS, and DFM checking.

Layout schedule planning and working with other IP layout engineers to integrate various layout blocks.

Co-work with designers on block level and top-level floor planning.

Layout review for power/gnd routing, electro migration, signal path check, matching, and signal coupling.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related coursework.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in Semiconductor based companies with custom layout experience.
• High-speed Mixed-Signal layout design expertise.
• Knowledge of Cadence Virtuoso design flow.
• High level proficiency in interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, ERC, LVS reports.
• Full understanding of IR drop, RC delay, Electro migration and chip finishing.
• Familiarity with high-speed BiCMOS layout is a plus.
• Scripting in Cadence is a plus.
• Ability to support a product through the entire product development and release cycle.
• Ability to do floor planning and do area estimate.
• Excellent collaborative skills with circuit designer and other layout engineers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the specific ability to speak to various technical and management levels.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Pay

The Salary Range for this position is $97,900 – 166,700. Actual salary offered to candidates will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status or veteran status or any other legally protected status.