[Hiring] Design Aids & Automation Engineering Professional @Computer Task Group, Inc

Role Description

CTG is seeking to fill a Design Aids & Automation Engineering Professional position for our client.

• Develop test structure layouts using design automation per specified requirements, utilizing industry-standard EDA tools including the Cadence Virtuoso Design Environment and SKILL programming.
• Create manual layout cells based on defined specifications using the Cadence Virtuoso Design Environment.
• Develop parameterized cells (p-cells) to support layout automation and reusable design components.
• Interpret and apply design rules and macro specifications to ensure layout intent is met.
• Ensure all layouts successfully pass Design Rule Checks (DRC).
• Collaborate closely with process development engineers, test structure designers, and layout technicians to deliver high-quality design enablement solutions.
• Debug and resolve layout and automation issues in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Focus primarily on test structure layouts rather than functional circuitry designs.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with the Cadence Virtuoso layout design tool (3+ years).
• Experience with Cadence SKILL programming language (2+ years).
• Solid understanding of physical layout concepts, technology ground rules, and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to debug errors and solve complex technical problems.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Fluent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Preferred: Experience with advanced sub-micron semiconductor technology nodes.
• Preferred: Experience using Synopsys ICV for DRC checking.
• Preferred: Advanced SKILL programming experience for p-cell development and design automation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor physical layout and design automation.
• Prior experience developing test structures or similar non-functional layout designs is strongly preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

To Apply

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Tana Stilloe at [email protected]. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

Salary

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $85,000 to $95,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.