Physical design engineer (Layout)

Job Title: Layout Design Engineer

Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of Extension)

Location: Rochester, MN

Required Professional and Technical Expertise

• BS Computer/Electrical Engineering or related
• 5+ years of experience in high-frequency processor physical design
• Proficiency in scription languages such as Python, Tcl, SKILL, etc.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard Physical Design tools
• Strong understanding of physical design flows and methodologies
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability in influence cross-functional teams and mentor peers
• Proven track record of solving complex design problems and implementing innovative solutions

Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise

• Experience with Cadence tools, including:
• Genus for synthesis
• Innovus for implementation and timing closure
• Tempus for timing signoff
• Virtuoso for integration
• Physical checking and verification
• Cross-disciplinary design experience (e.g. analog/digital co-design)
• Familiarity with Agile development processes and iterative design cycles