Layout Design Intern

Texas Instruments Incorporated; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments Incorporated is seeking a Layout Design Intern to contribute to the creation and management of IC layouts from start to finish. You will floorplan, design, implement and verify analog ICs using CAD software, collaborating with global teams to meet precision, speed, area, and power targets.

You will support design engineers and ensure proper data for fab hand-off, documentation, and archive. A minimum GPA of 3.0 and progress toward an Electrical Engineering degree are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate or Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 minimum.
• Familiarity with electrical concepts (resistance, capacitance, voltage, current).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with analog and digital design teams and the layout community.
• Floorplan, design, implement and verify analog IC layouts.
• Ensure layouts meet DRC/ERC rules and are robust and area-efficient.
• Prepare data for fab hand-off and documentation.
• Participate in layout reviews and create flow automation.

Skills

Layout design

Semiconductor basics

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Assura LVS/DRC

Job description

Change the world. Love your job.

Texas Instruments is currently seeking a Layout Design Intern to join the team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a team that creates semiconductors that go into exciting and cutting-edge technologies like smart phones, cars, satellites, robotics, and numerous other applications. You will develop and prepare multi-dimensional layouts and detailed drawings of semiconductor devices from schematics and related geometry provided by design engineering.

About the job

This position will require the creation and management of integrated circuit (IC) layouts from start to finish. Using CAD software, you will floorplan, design, implement and verify analog integrated circuits. You will support the design engineers to reach goals in precision, speed, area, reliability, power and ESD requirements. You will also work with PE/Packaging engineers to assure reliable production capability and proper data preparation for fab hand-off, documentation, and archive.

Some of your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Collaborating with Analog and Digital design teams and the global layout design community
• Understanding manufacturing rules and implementing layout to be robust and area-efficient
• Writing layout specifications, checking dimensions, and verifying completed art work
• Verifying that the layout is compliant with Design Rule Checks (DRCs) and Electrical Rule Checks (ERCs)
• Participating in layout design reviews
• Creating design flow automation

Texas Instruments will not sponsor job applicants for visas or work authorization for this position.

Minimum requirements

• Currently pursuing an Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related degree
• Minimum 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA

Preferred qualifications:

• Working knowledge of electrical circuits such as resistance, capacitance, voltage and current
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux, Cadence Virtuoso, Assura LVS, DRC, or similar mixed signal EDA tools (Mentor, Synopsys)
• Basic proficiency in one or more coding languages such as Perl, Python, C, Cadence SKILL
• Familiarity with semiconductor device physics, analog circuits and their layout sensitivities
• Working knowledge of semiconductor processes and IC production flow including BJTs, Diodes, FETs, passive components, packaging and thermal design
• Working knowledge of layout-related matching techniques, on-chip parasitic sources and minimization, routing impedances and electromigration, and crosstalk
• Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders critical to success, both internally and externally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery

Put your talent to work with us as a Layout Design Intern- change the world, love your job!

Why TI?

• The future starts here. As a TIer, you'll play a critical role in defining the next era of semiconductor technology and help create the innovations that shape the world around us.
• Surround yourself with a team of innovators who value your unique perspective and will challenge you to bring your best self to work every day. We believe that fostering a culture of collaboration fuels both personal growth and technological breakthroughs. Explore our company culture.
• At TI, your success goes beyond your work. Take advantage of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being at work and in life, from competitive compensation to extensive health coverage and wellness programs. Learn more about our benefits offerings.

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.