Semiconductor Process & Device Simulations Engineer

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

Job summary

Siemens EDA is seeking a highly motivated researcher and application engineer with expertise in semiconductor fabrication processes and metrology. You will advance Calibre tool development, collaborating with industry leaders to model device and process physics across advanced nodes.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, estimate-driven task planning, and open, collaborative communication within a global team. Hybrid work and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• PhD (or MS with 5+ years) in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
• Expertise in physics-based modeling to solve real-world problems.
• Experience with semiconductor fabrication processes: etch, deposition, CMP, epitaxy, implantation, annealing.
• Knowledge of semiconductor metrology (optical or e-beam).
• Understanding of DTCO and Design-Technology Co-optimization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with industry leaders to develop advanced Calibre tools for manufacturing and device performance studies.
• Contribute to simulations and modeling for cutting-edge technology nodes (2nm+).
• Deliver high-fidelity simulations with high-throughput efficiency.
• Work in a global team and communicate results clearly.

Skills

Physics-based modeling

Semiconductor fabrication

Semiconductor device physics

Semiconductor metrology

Problem-solving

Project estimation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering / Applied Physics

MS in Electrical Engineering / Applied Physics

Job description

Siemens EDA is seeking a highly motivated researcher and application engineer with expertise in semiconductor fabrication processes and metrology. You will advance Calibre tool development, collaborating with industry leaders to model device and process physics across advanced nodes.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, estimate-driven task planning, and open, collaborative communication within a global team. Hybrid work and competitive compensation are offered.