(Senior) Layout Engineer (f/m/d)

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Dresden, München, Bingen am Rhein; Remote; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation in Dresden, Munich or Bingen am Rhein seeks an Analog IC Layout Engineer to design block-level and top-level layouts for new generations of ICs and sensors. You will drive tape-outs, ensure LVS/DRC compliance, and optimize layouts for yield, manufacturability and cost.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics, strong Cadence Virtuoso experience, and proficiency in Calibre tools. English is essential; German knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Microelectronics, or similar.
• Fundamental knowledge on Semiconductor Device Physics and Microelectronics.
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and other Cadence tools.
• Experience with layout verification using Calibre DRC and LVS.
• Experience with parasitic extraction using Calibre and Cadence tools and their analysis.
• High level of self-motivation and teamwork; good communication skills.
• Fluent English; German knowledge would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create block-level and top-level layout design and implement them according to Renesas product development process.
• Own layout design for multiple tape outs of ICs and test structures.
• Implementation of chip-level layout requirements with LVS/DRC/DFM using industry standard flows.
• Support block-level and top-level specifications.
• Implement analog layout dependent design for yield and manufacturability.
• Ensure block- and top-level DRC and LVS checks.
• Deliver optimized layouts that are first time right and optimize silicon COGS.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Communication skills

Fluent English

German knowledge (plus)

Education

Electrical Engineering / Electronics degree

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Calibre DRC

Calibre LVS

Parasitic extraction tools

Job description

Job Description

To further strengthen our Automotive Sensors business comprising Sensor ASICs, Sensor ASSPs, Position Sensors, LiDAR ASICs and Environmental Sensors, we are currently looking for an Analog IC Layout Engineer (F/M/D) to join our engineering team in Dresden, Munich or Bingen am Rhein, Germany, for developing our new and next generation ICs, integrated sensors, innovations, power and mixed signal technologies besides supporting modifications to existing products.

Your Role:

• Create block-level and top-level layout design and implement them according to Renesas product development process following best practices from the industry

• Own layout design for multiple tape outs of ICs and test structures

• Implementation of the chip level layout requirements with efficiency and accuracy using industry standard design flows - parameterized layout, LVS, DRC and DFM

• Support block-level and top-level specifications

• Implement analog layout dependent design for yield and manufacturability

• Ensure block- and top-level Design Rule Checks (DRC) and Layout versus Schematics Checks (LVS).

• Ensure optimized silicon COGS and deliver optimized layouts that are first time right

Qualifications

Your Profile:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Microelectronics, Microsystems or similar

• Fundamental knowledge on Semiconductor Device Physics and Microelectronics is required

• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and other Cadence tools

• Experience with layout verification using Calibre DRC and LVS layout verification tools

• Experience with parasitic extraction using Calibre and Cadence tools and their analysis.

• High level of self-motivation, drive, open-mindedness and teamwork skills are desired

• Good communication and technical reporting skills, both written and oral

• Fluent English and German knowledge would be a plus

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.