IC Layout Design Engineer

IC Enable; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an IC Layout Design Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on full-custom integrated circuit development. This role involves driving the layout and verification of complex, high-performance circuits used in various applications, including PLL, HSC, and Wireless systems. Candidates should possess strong skills in Cadence layout and Calibre verification, along with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. The company values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, offering a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment for growth and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits

401K with company match

Company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Mastery of layout and verification tools for RF/Analog/Mixed Signal ICs.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or applicable field required.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently layout sensitive Analog and Mixed Signal circuits.
• Identify quality and reliability improvements in IC circuit design.
• Collaborate effectively with local and remote team members.

Skills

Layout and verification tools

Cadence layout (Virtuoso XL)

Calibre verification (ERC, DRC, LVS)

Communication skills

Debugging and analytical skills

DFM hierarchical layout construction

Understanding of cross-talk and RC delay

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

VLSI Coursework

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso XL

Calibre

Job description

Now is an exciting time to join our team.

Join Our Team

Now is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to change the industry through experience in technology development, full-custom ASIC and electronics development across the Semiconductor, Medical and Defense industries, including some of the most challenging fabrication processes and product applications. We are always looking for talented and dedicated IC Design Professionals to join our organization.

IC Enable has an exciting opportunity for an IC Layout Design Engineer to join our diverse team executing full-custom integrated circuit development with specific responsibility for driving the layout and verification on complex, high-performance circuits with applications such as PLL, HSC, AGC, SerDes, ADC/DAC and Wireless systems. We are looking for candidates across all experience levels from mid-level to senior level that have obtained the right education and/or skillsets as defined in the qualifications below!

• Must be willing to relocate to a location within reasonable commuting distance to our offices in Richardson, TX (Hybrid)
• Full-Time
• Candidate must be fluent in English
• Candidate must have work authorization for work in the United States or be looking for sponsorship in the United States
• Candidate must have a valid Canadian passport with an expiration date no sooner than the year 2027

Qualifications

• Mastery of layout and verification tools and methodologies for RF/Analog/Mixed Signal ICs
• Mastery in Cadence layout (Virtuoso XL) and Calibre verification (ERC, DRC, LVS) required
• Able to contribute quickly in a team environment
• Strong communication, debugging and analytical skills with complex technical concepts
• Experience in DFM hierarchical layout construction for efficient verification and integration
• Comprehensive understanding of the target process to balance layout and design needs, e.g. cross-talk, RC delay, electro-migration, IR drop, self-heating, shielding, matching, guard ring, LOD, WPE and latch-up.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Applicable Field (VLSI Coursework preferred for Entry Level candidates)
• Experience in Analog Layout single digit FinFET technologies (preferred, but not required)

Responsibilities

Apply your experience as part of the team to drive success with specific responsibilities that include:

• Deliver on project assignments with integrity, commitment, and excellence
• Efficiently layout sensitive Analog and Mixed Signal circuits conforming to all physical design verification (PDV) requirements while balancing demanding area, performance, and power specifications
• Identify quality and reliability improvements in IC circuit and layout design
• Support or perform design verification from sub-block up through top-level
• Collaborate effectively with local and remote team members
• Proactively look for continuous improvement opportunities in the flow, layout and design methodologies

At IC Enable we know that our most valuable asset is our team. We are seeking a candidate who is ready to dive into our culture and grow with our team. We build our team around those that are humble, hungry, and smart. As a part of the IC Enable team, you will have access to the following benefits: competitive compensation, medical and full package of ancillary benefits options, company paid life insurance, 401K (with company match) and more.

IC Enable is an Equal Opportunity Employer