Product Engineer, Semiconductor Process and Device Simulations (TCAD)

Siemens EDA (Siemens Digital Industries Software); Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens EDA is seeking an Application and Product Engineer to advance semiconductor process and device simulations within the Calibre R&D team. The role emphasizes collaboration across process modules, metrology, and device physics to accelerate tool development for cutting-edge nodes.

The position favors candidates with deep expertise in fabrication, metrology, and DTCO, and offers a hybrid work model in the US. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or MS + 5+ years in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Expertise in semiconductor fabrication processes (plasma etch, wet etch/clean, CVD, PVD, ALD, CMP, epitaxy, ion implantation, annealing).
• Experience in semiconductor metrology (optical/e-beam) and device physics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Calibre R&D to develop groundbreaking tools for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Model and optimize unit process modules and DTCO linkages to device performance.
• Communicate results clearly to cross-functional teams and customers.

Skills

Semiconductor fabrication

Semiconductor metrology

Semiconductor device physics

DTCO

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

MS in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years experience

Related field (Materials Science/Mechanical) background

Job description

Application and Product Engineer, Semiconductor Process and Device Simulations

Siemens EDA is a global technology leader in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software.

Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively.

Our customers use our tools to push the boundaries of technology and physics to deliver better products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board, and system design.

Join the Calibre™ R&D Team at Siemens EDA

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher and application engineer, preferably with expertise in semiconductor fabrication process (integration flow and key modules as sputter etch, chemical etch, CMP, deposition, Epitaxy, ion implantation, annealing, etc.), semiconductor metrology (optical or eBeam based), semiconductor devices physics, Design-Technology Co-optimization (DTCO).

About Us

The Calibre™ family of tools is the industry leader in EDA/CAD solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, enabling simulations and diagnostics from the transistor to the package level. As the semiconductor industry continues its rapid growth, there is a critical demand for high-fidelity modeling and high-throughput numerical simulations to support the production of stable, high-volume chips at advanced technology nodes.

In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with industry leaders to develop groundbreaking tools that accelerate semiconductor manufacturing and device performance study at the most advanced nodes (logic 2/1.4/1.0/0.7nm and beyond, 3D NAND, 6/4F2 DRAM, and 3DIC packaging). Our solutions will deliver significant performance gains over conventional approaches, essential for supporting high-volume manufacturing and the agile turnaround times our customers demand.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following education and experience:

Education & Background

• PhD (or MS + 5+ years of research/industry experience) in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Other Engineering (Material Science, Mechanical, etc.), with expertise in:
• Semiconductor Fabrication Process: unit process modules such as plasma-based dry etch, wet etch/cleaning, CVD, PVD, ALD, CMP, Epitaxy, Ion Implantation, Annealing, etc. Integration flow for advanced logic transistors (FinFET, NSFET, CFET), DRAM (COB, vertical PassGates, 3D), 3D NAND and 3DIC (TSV, RDL), CIS, LED, etc.
• Semiconductor Device Physics: semiconductor band-structure and carrier transport, reliability issues, etc.
• Semiconductor Metrology: Optical (scatterometry, ellipsometry), eBeam (SEM) based.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for tackling complex application challenges.
• Ability to estimate application task complexity, timeline and deliver on schedule.
• Open and collaborative team mindset. Good communication skills.

Locations

Preferred At (US) San Francisco Bay Area, Hybrid-mode

The salary range for this position is 135,800 to 217,300 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers health and wellness benefits to employees; you can access the benefits available in your country via the link:https://jobs.sw.siemens.com/benefits/

Working at Siemens Software Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.