Circuit Analyst - New Grad Opportunity

TechInsights; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Benefits package

Flexible vacation

Device reimbursement

Community involvement

Wellness resources

Inclusive culture

Job summary

TechInsights in Ottawa is seeking a Circuit Analyst to join the Circuit Reverse Engineering team. You will perform hands‑on die and floorplan analysis, extract circuits, and contribute to high‑quality client reports.

You will learn our imaging and analysis tools, collaborate with experienced analysts, and build expertise across digital, analog, and mixed‑signal circuits while supporting intellectual property and subscription products.

Qualifications

• BSc in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Foundational CMOS/FinFET knowledge from coursework.
• Ability to read and interpret IC layouts and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical problem-solving.
• Clear written and verbal communication; teamwork and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Die and floorplan analysis to map circuit organization.
• Circuit and cell extraction from layouts and data for reports.
• Produce high-quality reports in line with standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate with experienced analysts and learn team practices.

Skills

BSc in Electrical Engineering

CMOS/FinFET knowledge

IC layout reading

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Team player

Self-starter

Willingness to learn

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Synopsys

Python

Job description

OUR STORY

TechInsights is the information Platform for the semiconductor industry. Regarded as the most trusted source of actionable, in-depth intelligence related to semiconductor innovation and surrounding markets, TechInsights’ content informs decision makers and professionals whose success depends on accurate knowledge of the semiconductor industry—past, present, or future. Over 650 companies and 150,000 users access the TechInsights Platform, the world’s largest vertically integrated collection of unmatched reverse engineering, teardown, and market intelligence in the semiconductor industry. This collection includes detailed circuit analysis, imagery, semiconductor process flows, device teardowns, illustrations, costing and pricing information, forecasts, market analysis, and expert commentary. TechInsights’ customers include the most successful technology companies who rely on TechInsights’ analysis to make informed business, design, and product decisions faster and with greater confidence. For more information, visit www.techinsights.com.

WHY WORK WITH US

• Company-sponsored training and development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, wellness, RRSP/401K Matching, annual fitness reimbursement)
• Flexible vacation policy
• Trusted device reimbursement program
• Community involvement opportunities through charitable alliances: https://www.techinsights.com/community-involvement
• Wellness resources and support
• Inclusive environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and accessibility
• High-growth company driven by high performance
• Expected salary range: $92,000 - $98,000 CAD

The opportunity

Are you a recent engineering graduate who wants to see how the world’s most advanced chips are designed? As a Circuit Analyst at TechInsights, you’ll do hands‑on circuit and functional analysis of state‑of‑the‑art wireless, memory and System‑on‑Chip (SoC) devices. You’ll join our Circuit Reverse Engineering team in Ottawa and learn our methods and tools. You’ll extract and analyze digital, analog and mixed‑signal circuit designs, and your findings will go into reports that help clients with intellectual property and subscription programs. You’ll get structured guidance and mentorship from experienced analysts, take on more as your skills grow, and work on technology most engineers never get to see up close.

What You’ll Do

Die and floorplan analysis

• Analyze dies from wireless, memory and SoC devices to create function maps and floorplans that show how each chip is organized
• Prepare die floorplan analysis that identifies major functional blocks and how they’re arranged across the die
• Use TechInsights’ in‑house imaging and analysis tools to find, review and interpret circuit structures

Circuit and cell extraction

• Extract standard cell schematics and layouts, and turn physical layout data into accurate circuit representations
• Perform detailed digital cell schematic and layout extraction for subscription and client reports
• Run statistical analysis based on global cell libraries to show key aspects of technology innovation, such as utilization percentage, routing efficiency, key measurements, cell type distribution and gate density
• Help senior analysts with hands‑on analysis of analog, mixed‑signal and custom digital circuit designs, and build your expertise across circuit types over time

Reporting and quality

• Document your findings and help assemble them into reports and presentations that support client intellectual property needs and our subscription products
• Check your work for technical accuracy and make sure reports follow established structure, standards and guidelines
• Contribute to peer reviews and act on feedback to improve the quality of your own work and the team’s deliverables

Learning and collaboration

• Complete routine assignments on your own, and work with experienced analysts on more complex tasks
• Learn and apply the team’s established practices, standard procedures and tools
• Build your knowledge of the semiconductor industry, TechInsights’ products and our customers’ needs, and how your work supports them

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• BSc in Electrical Engineering or a related field (recent or upcoming graduates welcome), with a preference for a microelectronics specialization
• Foundational knowledge of CMOS or FinFET circuit design from coursework or projects, including basic building blocks such as amplifiers, converters, voltage generation, clocking or digital logic circuits
• Basic understanding of the physical design (layout) of microelectronic devices, and the ability to read and interpret circuit schematics and IC layouts
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem‑solving
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information simply
• A team player who also works well on self‑directed tasks
• A self‑starter who takes initiative, asks questions and raises concerns about timelines or scope early
• Eagerness to learn and openness to feedback

Assets:

• Co‑op, internship, capstone or research experience in IC design, layout, verification or failure analysis
• Exposure, through coursework, projects or co‑op work, to one or more of these technology areas:
  • SDRAM, NAND flash or embedded memories
  • RF transceivers or power management
  • Processors
• Exposure to schematic capture or layout tools, such as Cadence or Synopsys
• Familiarity with machine learning or automation concepts, and scripting skills (e.g., Python)
• Interest in the semiconductor industry and emerging chip technologies

As part of the recruitment process for this position, you will be required to submit your latest citizenship and/or permanent residency information. This information will be used to comply with U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations.

Working arrangement

This role is on-site at our Ottawa office.

Technology knows no bounds, and neither does TechInsights. Bringing together talented humans from different perspectives, backgrounds and abilities is something we take seriously. We’re committed to building an inclusive environment that welcomes you to be your authentic self and allows us to push past the boundaries together.

TechInsights is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI technology may be used to assist in the screening and assessment of applications for this position. Our recruiters are involved at every stage, and all hiring decisions are made by People and hiring teams.

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