Layout Engineer

Job Description Summary

The descriptions are for layout engineers for our Library Group. Library Group is a part of Central Engineering Group.

In Library Group, we focus on circuit design for memory, I/O (Input/Output), and Standard Cells.

Requirements:

1. Strong layout knowledge with a minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience
2. Skills include Cadence layout, Cadence schematic capture, using CALIBRE & Hercules verification tools.
3. Strong layout knowledge in submicron process, e.g. 16nm, 7nm, 5nm, 3nm etc
4. Experienced in digital (standard cell, memory, I/O) layout
5. Experienced in analog layout is also a plus

Job Description:

1. Responsible to understand and apply all necessary layout guidelines (standard cells, I/O memories), new process rules and other technical requirements for quality layout
2. Schedule time-line & layout floor-planning
3. Complete quality layout and verification within planned schedule (without supervision for experienced engineer)
4. Get up to speed quickly for new methodologies, open to new ideas and communicate well with others in the library team

Skill Set (Mem):

1. Strong experience in memory layout design and physical verifications includes LVS, DRC, ERC, Antenna, Electro Migration in CMOS process.
2. Experienced in Cadence Layout tools VIRTUOSO (XL,VXL or EXL), and CALIBRE verification tools.
3. Good experience in Floor-planning, hierarchy layout and chip integration.
4. Knowledge of Script Programming and SKILL Programming would be a plus.
5. Able to lead or train a team of junior engineers
6. Good knowledge on memory layout topology.
7. Experience in memory compiler will be a plus.
8. Ability to lead on new technology reviews to compile documentation of layout methodology, layout flow and guidelines.
9. Self-reliant, with ability to work independently as well as a team.
10. Good leadership quality on project management.