BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of hands-on layout design experience
Deep understanding of analog circuit layout in submicron CMOS technologies
Experience with Cadence custom circuit design tools, especially Virtuoso
Proficient in running and debugging DRC and LVS with tools like Dracula, Hercules, Calibre
Leadership experience in mentoring junior designers and implementing standard processes
Strong communication skills for collaboration across diverse teams
Proficiency in scripting languages (Perl, Python, Skill) is a plus
Knowledge of layout automation is a definite plus
Responsibilities
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of circuit and mask designers
Perform physical layout for digital and mixed-signal functions using Cadence tools
Customize designs for integration in VLSI products with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers
Conduct floor planning, custom layout, and verification against design rules
Engage in fill, post-processing, DRC mitigation, and foundry interactions
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a growing and diverse team
Engagement in high-speed mixed-signal circuit designs
On-site position in Santa Clara, CA
Potential for leadership and mentoring roles
Access to state-of-the-art technology and tools
Full Job Description
Job Requirements
Are you a Mask Layout Design Engineer who is seeking an outstanding opportunity? We are looking for a Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer - someone who is excited to join a growing group of diverse individuals responsible for handling high-speed mixed-signal circuit designs!
What you'll be doing:
The role entails working collaboratively and multi-functionally with a multi-disciplinary team of Circuit designers and mask designers.
Perform physical layout for digital and mixed-signal functions like clock generators, op-amps, sensors, security circuits, power delivery circuits in state-of-the-art sub-micron CMOS technologies using Cadence tools
You'll work with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers to customize designs for integration in VLSI products.
Job duties will include floor planning, custom layout and verifying against design rules and schematics.
Fill, post-processing, DRC mitigation, and foundry interactions
What we need to see:
BS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
At least 5+ years of hands-on layout design experience
Deep understanding of analog circuit layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies. Validated experience with Cadence custom circuit design tools - particularly virtuoso
Experience running and debugging DRC and LVS with verification tools such as Dracula, Hercules, Calibre
Leadership experience mentoring and assisting junior mask designers, implementing standard processes for the team, and keeping checklists for optimal layout design.
Communicate with diverse team of mask designers across geographies and timezones.
Ability to work optimally in a team, good interpersonal skills and positive energy.
Proficiency in scripting languages like perl, python, skill etc. is a plus.
Knowledge of layout automation is a definite plus.
Work Experience
Pay Range : $140k - $220K
Work Requirement:
This role is considered an on-site position located in Santa Clara , CA
You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
About Quest Global Manufacturing
Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
