PDK Engineer: Automation, Verification & IC Design

Infineon Technologies AG; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Lexington, KY is seeking a motivated student or early-career engineer for a PDK-focused role within the EDA workflow. You will develop and refine parameterized cells, create rule decks for DRC/LVS/RCX, and drive QA procedures to ensure high-quality PDK deliverables.

You’ll work with Cadence and Mentor environments, set up techfiles, automate pipelines with Python/TCL/SKILL/Ruby/Bash, and collaborate across Device Design, Technology and Fab teams to resolve issues and

Qualifications

• Education: working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
• Scripting: experience writing automation and EDA scripts in Python, TCL, SKILL, Ruby or Bash
• EDA Tools: familiarity with Cadence and Mentor design environments and Calibre verification tools such as DRC, LVS, PERC and QRC
• Semiconductor Knowledge: understanding of semiconductor device structure, VLSI concepts, IC design flow and front-to-back layout practices
• Verification Experience: exposure to layout verification and physical verification concepts and tools
• Platforms: basic experience with UNIX/Linux environments and MS Office
• Soft Skills: strong teamwork, communication, time management and ability to respond to changing requirements

Responsibilities

• PDK Development: develop and improve parameterized cells (Pcells) for devices such as FETs, BJT, diode and passive components for inclusion in the PDK
• Rule Creation: author and maintain Calibre DRC, LVS, RCX and Latchup rule decks translating technology/fab design rules into verification checks
• Verification QA: implement and execute formal QA procedures for DRC/LVS/RCX rule decks and PDK deliverables to meet quality standards
• Tool Integration: work with Cadence and Mentor flows and configure techfiles, rule decks and verification scripts for major EDA tools
• Cross-Team Support: collaborate with Device Design, Device Characterization, Technology and Fab teams to gather requirements and resolve PDK issues
• Scripting & Automation: create and maintain automation scripts using Python, TCL, SKILL, Ruby or Bash to support PDK build and release processes
• User Support: respond to design center requests, troubleshoot PDK issues, and support PDK users to improve design productivity and reduce cycle time

Skills

Python

TCL

SKILL

Ruby

Bash

Automation scripting

Unix/Linux

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Mentor

Calibre

PERC

QRC

Job description

Infineon Technologies AG in Lexington, KY is seeking a motivated student or early-career engineer for a PDK-focused role within the EDA workflow. You will develop and refine parameterized cells, create rule decks for DRC/LVS/RCX, and drive QA procedures to ensure high-quality PDK deliverables.

You’ll work with Cadence and Mentor environments, set up techfiles, automate pipelines with Python/TCL/SKILL/Ruby/Bash, and collaborate across Device Design, Technology and Fab teams to resolve issues and