CAD Engineer

23 Hours ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

As a CAD Engineer at Alphawave Semi, you will be integral to setting up and integrating foundry PDKs into the CAD infrastructure, and developing, maintaining, and enhancing design automation flows. You'll install and configure foundry PDKs, integrating them into CAD design environments, and develop automated QA processes. This role involves collaboration with foundry support and EDA vendors to resolve issues, establishing and maintaining a CAD design infrastructure supporting analog and custom layout workflows, optimizing design automation flows, developing and maintaining scripts using Python, Perl, and TCL, and managing database submissions for test chip tape-outs. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Strong proficiency in Python for code development.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Good to have:
  • Hands-on experience with EDA tools.
  • Experience integrating PDKs for advanced foundry process nodes.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Subversion and GIT).
  • Experience with job scheduling systems like Slurm or SGE.
Perks:
  • Comprehensive health plan
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Wellness Spending Account (WSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave Top-Up Program

Job Details

The Opportunity
We're looking for the Wavemakers of tomorrow.

Alphawave Semi enables tomorrow’s future by accelerating the critical data communication at the heart of our digital world – from seamless video streaming to AI to the metaverse and much more. Our technology powers product innovation in the most data-demanding industries today, including data centers, networking, storage, artificial intelligence, 5G wireless infrastructure, and autonomous vehicles. Customers partner with us for mission-critical data communication, our innovative technologies, and our proven track record. Together, we enable the next generation of digital technology.

We are seeking a motivated CAD Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and integrating foundry PDKs into our CAD infrastructure, as well as developing, maintaining, and enhancing design automation flows. Whether you're an experienced professional or a recent graduate with strong potential, you'll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to cutting-edge projects in advanced process nodes.

What You'll Do: PDK Integration & QA for Design Environments:
  • Install and configure foundry PDKs, integrating them into our CAD design environments.
  • Develop and implement automated QA processes to verify that project settings and integrations are properly configured for optimal team performance.
Collaboration & Issue Resolution:
  • Act as the primary liaison with foundry support and EDA vendors to swiftly resolve any issues related to PDK integration and tool configurations.
CAD Environment Setup & Support:
  • Establish and maintain a robust CAD design infrastructure with a primary focus on supporting analog and custom layout workflows.
  • Optimize design automation flows to enhance productivity across all design teams.
Script Development & Automation:
  • Develop and maintain scripts using languages such as Python, Perl, and TCL to streamline design processes and support ongoing automation enhancements.
Database & Submission Management:
  • Manage database submissions for test chip tape-outs, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, with the ability to develop, debug, and maintain complex codebases.
  • Familiarity with Perl and TCL is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail to ensure the integrity and reliability of design environments and automation flows.
It Would Be Amazing If You Had:
  • Hands-on experience with EDA tools in a professional setting.
  • Direct experience integrating PDKs for advanced foundry process nodes.
  • Familiarity with version control systems such as Subversion and GIT.
  • Experience with job scheduling systems like Slurm or SGE.
We have a flexible work environment to support and help employees thrive in personal and professional capacities. You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described as per below: Health & Wellness Our programs emphasize knowledge and prevention, helping you stay proactive and prepared to manage your health at every stage.
  • Comprehensive health plan
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Wellness Spending Account (WSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time Off We value the importance of rest and recharge, which is why we offer flexible time off options to support your well-being.
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave Top-Up Program
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Alphawave Semi is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, disability, or other protected characteristics. We value diversity and provide accommodations during the recruitment process.

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