Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
5+ years of hands-on Physical Design experience with proven project success.
Advanced knowledge of place and route and low power physical design methodologies.
Proficiency in industry-standard tools like Innovus, Fusion Compiler, and Calibre.
Strong scripting skills in TCL, PERL, and Shell, plus Verilog/VHDL knowledge.
Excellent analytical skills with a focus on troubleshooting technical issues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective teamwork.
Responsibilities
Implement complex mixed signal, low power designs using FLASH technologies.
Manage projects independently from design exploration to GDS delivery.
Support test chip shuttles and new concept development.
Enhance Physical Design flow and maintain documentation.
Conduct power integrity and reliability analysis for designs.
Benefits
Work within a global team at a leading microcontroller company.
Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge low power designs.
Engagement with advanced design methodologies and tools.
Support for professional development in technical areas.
Full Job Description
Job Description:
Microchip's DSPIC Business Unit is seeking a skilled and experienced Physical Design Engineer to join our global DSPIC Physical Design team. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving the successful execution of microcontrollers and microcontroller-based SOC designs, delivering the next generation of hierarchical, low power, mixed signal microcontroller solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement complex mixed signal, low power designs using state-of-the-art FLASH process technologies.
Work independently and efficiently on assigned project responsibilities, from new design exploration through delivery of GDS (netlist to GDSII flow) and Metal-only ECO implementation.
Provide Physical Design support for test chip shuttles, including development work associated with new concepts and flow.
Develop and enhance Physical Design flow and methodology, including comprehensive documentation.
Conduct power integrity and reliability analysis, ensuring robust sign-off for all designs.
Detailed Job function:
Conduct floorplan exploration and optimization for accurate die size estimation.
Perform power domain and voltage area-based floor planning, including power grid planning and implementation.
Execute placement and optimization with a focus on timing, area, and power efficiency.
Manage clock tree synthesis, balancing, and debugging to ensure robust clock distribution.
Drive post-route timing optimization and timing closure to meet design specifications.
Perform timing and signal integrity analysis at both chip and block levels.
Ability to lead chip and block level physical implementation activities.
Develop and refine physical design flow and methodology for improved efficiency and quality.
Conduct physical verification, including DRC (Design Rule Check) and LVS (Layout Versus Schematic).
Ensure IR drop and electromigration (EM) signoff for reliable power delivery.
Implement timing and metal-only ECOs (Engineering Change Orders) as needed.
Interface with internal and external IP teams, as well as CAD vendors, to resolve technical issues.
Collaborate closely with synthesis, DFT, and other cross-functional global teams to achieve timely tapeout and ensure first-pass working silicon.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Master of Engineering in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Physical Design and related technical areas, demonstrating a strong track record of successful project execution.
Advanced knowledge of place and route methodologies, as well as low power physical design flows and methodologies.
Proficiency with industry-standard physical implementation and analysis tools such as Innovus or Fusion Compiler, Calibre, Redhawk, Starrcxt, or equivalent EDA tools.
Strong scripting skills in TCL, PERL, and Shell, along with working knowledge of hardware description languages such as Verilog and VHDL.
Excellent analytical and debugging abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.
Independent, self-motivated, and capable of managing responsibilities.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts and collaborate effectively within a team.
Familiarity with advanced nodes is desirable.
Travel Time:
0% - 25%
Physical Attributes:
Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements:
sitting 90%
About Microchip Technology
Microchip Technology is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company was founded in 1989 and has been providing microcontroller and analog semiconductors for over 30 years. Microchip Technology operates in over 100 locations in 70 countries and has more than 18,000 employees worldwide. The company's products include microcontrollers, memory, and other analog and mixed-signal products. Microchip Technology's mission is to provide innovative solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
