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CAD Design Engineer

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Job DescriptionJob Description Overview: An established leader in power conversion IC technology is seeking a

SeniorCAD Engineer

to support advanced IC design efforts across global teams. This role is ideal for an experienced CAD specialist who thrives in high-performance environments and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of integration, efficiency, and design automation in the power semiconductor space. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Process Design Kits (PDKs) for proprietary processes

Support all CAD tools used in IC design, including: Cadence schematic entry

Mixed-mode simulation

Custom layout design

Layout verification (LVS, DRC, xRC)

Logic synthesis, Place & Route, and custom SKILL code

Create and maintain custom Mentor Calibre runsets (DRC, LVS, xRC)

Support layout engineers with tapeouts and device engineers with PCELL development

Manage software installation, license tracking, and vendor communications

Deliver in-house CAD support for worldwide design centers

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Science

12+ years of relevant CAD engineering experience (10+ with a master’s)

Proven experience in: PCELL and PDK development

Mentor Calibre DRC/LVS/xRC runset creation

Cadence tools including VSR & EMIR

Encounter Place & Route

SKILL, Perl, and/or Python scripting

Strong understanding of semiconductor process flow

Effective communicator with ability to support global teams

Traits: Self-directed and collaborative

Organized and able to manage multiple priorities

Comfortable interfacing with engineering, layout, and software teams

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