Principal Layout Designer

Description:

Designs high performance custom analog and mixed signal layout for integrated circuits using design rules and expert problem-solving skills; applies these skill sets so that layout conforms to engineering specifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Completes work through use of CAD layout software
• Works closely with the engineer to provide high quality layout in a timely manner
• Ability to do block level, macro level and top level; floor planning, assembly and verification
• Experience working in multiple processes
• Ability to lead peers/teams on complex blocks and top level
• Communicates regular status updates
• Takes on mentoring/leadership roles to promote high quality work of entire team
• Ability to learn and evaluate new tool/features with little supervision and proactively share knowledge with peers
• Ability to recognize common analog structures and floorplan blocks/”top level” utilizing best analog layout practices
• Create and give presentations, write “how to” documents and training instructions for layout and engineering peers.
• Recommends new/changes to policies, methodologies and established procedures
• Other duties as required.