Design Enablement Engineer Intern

polarsemi; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN invites applications for a Design Enablement Engineer Intern. This temporary 12- to 13-week role includes working with a mentor to learn design enablement fundamentals, contributing to internal and external deliveries, and impacting product development and quality.

You will gain exposure to PDK activities, scripting/automation in EDA/CAD environments, and documentation creation while supporting quality, safety and environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Physics.
• Junior year or higher student.
• At least one scripting language (Python, Tcl, C-shell, Perl, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Be trained in PDK related activities
• Establish EDA/CAD environment scripting/automation
• Create automation/scripting documents
• Support company initiatives, such as quality, safety and environmental management
• Other duties, as assigned

Skills

Scripting languages

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor/Master in EE/CE/Physics

Tools

EDA/CAD scripting

Job description

Design Enablement Engineer Intern

Location: Bloomington, MN | [On-Site]

Employment Type: Temporary - 12- 13 weeks

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated DE Intern to join our Design Enablement Department. In this role, you'll work with an assigned mentor learning fundamentals of design enablement in the semiconductor industry and contribute to our daily deliveries to our internal and external customers. Your work will directly impact product development, customers experiences, product quality, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Be trained in PDK related activities
• Establish EDA/CAD environment scripting/automation
• Create automation/scripting documents
• Support company initiatives, such as quality, safety and environmental management
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications Required

• Students working toward a Bachelor or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Physics
• Students in their Junior year or higher
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, C-shell, Perl, etc. (at least one)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• Coursework should include Intro to Computer engineering/science course preferred, VLSI design, Introduction to Electronics Circuits, IC Fabrication, but not required

About Us

At Polar Semiconductor, we're on a mission t o fulfill our future as the U.S. based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies . With a $525M investment from the CHIPs Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are looking for the best in the industry to help Polar transform from a captive fab to a pure-play foundry . We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technology such as GaN . Polar has a long history in manufacturing automotive grade semiconductors and we are expanding in strategic markets such as national defense and AI data centers . We pride ourselves on state -of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

What We Offer

Salary : $25.50 - $32.20 per hour. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation : Includes 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate .

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis . Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.