Staff Layout Design Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corporation; France; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation is seeking an experienced Layout Design Engineer to work on DC-DC converters, controllers and drivers. You will drive analog layout from block to full chip and collaborate with cross‑site teams to deliver high‑quality layouts.

The role requires 6+ years in analog layout, strong floorplanning, and proficiency with CAD tools such as Virtuoso XL and Calibre. A Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE/EC is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical and Computer engineering.
• 6+ years in Analog Layout Design and associated flows for DRC, LVS, Packaging.
• Solid understanding of IC processing, packaging and production test with familiarity with advanced IC CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Experience in floor planning, leaf cell layout and analog layout matching techniques.
• Ability to work independently to floorplan and layout analog circuits to drive schedule.
• Collaborate with cross layout teams worldwide to deliver high quality layouts.

Skills

Analog layout design

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor or Master in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tools

Virtuoso XL

Calibre DRC/LVS/PEX

PVS

R3D

Job description

Job Description

Looking for an experienced and talentedLayout Design Engineerwhere in the candidate will get to work on a wide range of exciting products such as DC-DC converters, Controllers and Drivers.

Essential Functions:

• Experienced in all aspects of Analog layout design from block level to full chip with a demonstrated history in driving design innovation and best practices.
• Should have the ability to work independently with little supervision to floorplan and layout typical analog circuits such as charge pumps, comparators, amplifiers, bandgaps, linear regulators etc take complete ownership to drive all aspects within the committed schedule.
• Must have deep knowledge in floor planning, leaf cell layout and analog layout matching techniques along with designing for EM and reliability.
• Must be a natural team player , will collaborate with cross layout teams over the world to deliver high quality layouts.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical and Computer engineering
• 6+ years in Analog Layout Design and associated flows for DRC, LVS, Packaging

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Solid understanding of IC processing (preferably BCD nodes), packaging and production test along with familiarity with advanced IC CAD tools
• SKILL coding and proficiency in any of the scripting languages such as Python, Perl, TCL etc
• Expertise in the required CAD tools (Virtuoso XL / Calibre DRC, LVS & PEX / PVS / R3D)
• Work closely in collaboration with colleagues in design and layout to minimize need for rework.
• Follow methodology guidelines to ensure easy portability of IP across designs.

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.