Microelectronic Design Engineer

Eccalon LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon is seeking a highly skilled Microelectronic Design Engineer to join our semiconductor design team in Detroit. You will design, develop, simulate, and validate chip-scale devices for next-generation applications, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge chips.

This role requires deep expertise in chip-scale design, microelectronics architecture, and circuit-level implementation, plus strong communication skills to coordinate with fabrication and test teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field.
• 5 years of hands-on chip-scale design and layout experience.
• Proven experience in microelectronic circuit design (analog, digital, or mixed-signal).
• Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools (Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics).
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics and IC fabrication processes.
• Experience with CMOS design and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop microelectronic circuits and systems at chip scale level, from concept through production, for high-performance applications.
• Perform schematic capture, circuit simulations, modeling, and analysis using industry-standard tools.
• Execute layout design, place and route, parasitic extraction, and timing analysis of ICs.
• Conduct physical design verification (DRC, LVS) and design validation, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with system architects, device engineers, fabrication teams, verification engineers, manufacturing partners, and test engineers to ensure successful product development.
• Optimize designs for performance, power consumption, area, and cost.

Skills

Chip-scale design

Mixed-signal design

CMOS design

EDA tools proficiency

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Synopsys

Mentor Graphics

Job description

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Category Engineering

Description

This position is located onsite in Detroit, MI.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Microelectronic Design Engineer to join our semiconductor design team. You will be responsible for the design, development, simulation, and validation of advanced semiconductor devices and chip-scale systems for next-generation applications. This role requires deep expertise in chip-scale design, microelectronics architecture, and circuit-level implementation, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams and work on cutting-edge chip designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop microelectronic circuits and systems at the chip scale level, from concept through production, for high-performance applications
• Perform schematic capture, circuit simulations, modeling, and analysis using industry-standard tools
• Execute layout design, place and route, parasitic extraction, and timing analysis of integrated circuits
• Conduct physical design verification (DRC, LVS) and design validation, debugging, and performance optimization
• Collaborate with system architects, device engineers, fabrication teams, verification engineers, manufacturing partners, and test engineers to ensure successful product development
• Optimize designs for performance, power consumption, area, and cost
• Implement design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) best practices
• Support silicon bring-up, characterization, and failure analysis
• Troubleshoot design issues and implement corrective actions
• Develop and document technical specifications, design schematics, and comprehensive technical reports
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous process improvement
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in semiconductor design and microfabrication

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 5 years of hands-on, direct experience in chip-scale design and layout
• Proven experience in microelectronic circuit design (analog, digital, or mixed-signal)
• Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics)
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, device modeling, IC fabrication processes, and circuit theory
• Experience with CMOS design and manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Familiarity with verification methodologies and simulation tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with advanced nodes (e.g., FinFET, CMOS scaling technologies, 5nm or below)
• Knowledge of RF design, high-speed signal integrity, or high-speed interconnect circuits
• Experience working with ASICs, SoCs, or FPGA-based prototyping
• Experience with power delivery network (PDN) design
• Familiarity with packaging and chip integration technologies
• Experience with static and dynamic power analysis
• Prior experience supporting government, defense, or regulated industry programs

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

About the Organization

Eccalon provides global solutions to the most challenging technological issues of the 21st-century, and our evolving portfolio spans five major markets: Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Aerospace & Defense, Material Sciences, Advance Manufacturing, Sports Science, Biotechnology, and Health & Life Sciences.

Why Join Us?

Eccalon's Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams to thrive, and have a fierce dedication to innovation, security, and people. Our culture is built on inclusion, teamwork, trust, and we are committed to offering career advancement opportunities to all employees. Encouraging a healthy and balanced life, we offer an extensive benefits package to support the wellness of our employees and their families. You will be joining a team of innovators, working with cutting edge technologies, supporting mission critical projects, and making an impact.

This position is currently accepting applications.