Layout Engineer (IoT-RF/CMOS Mixed Signal)
Job Description
Description
Acara Solutions has been providing engineering, technical and professional staffing related services around the U.S. for 65 years. Our San Diego, CA IoT WiFi modules manufacturing client has a contract Layout Engineer opening. The position is expected to last at least 4 months. Start ASAP.
Onsite or hybrid is ideal, but manager is open to a full remote contractor.
This is a purely RF and Mixed Signal CMOS doing custom design work.
In this position you will work closely within a team environment. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of industry experience. This experience should include CMOS HS analog and RF design, 5Ghz and above preferred. Experience in Fin-FET technologies, and an understanding of process challenge related to them They will also have a firm understanding of the fundamental concepts of capacitance, resistance, and inductance as it applies to layout in a high-speed environment.
Good communication skills are essential both written and verbal. An in-depth knowledge of Cadence and it's Virtuoso connectivity driven tool suit. A firm understanding of Calibre and Pegasus verification tools. The ideal candidate will also have a strong desire to be part of a world-class team with an open mind to learning and sharing with others.
Key Responsibilities:
- Top-down floor planning
- Layout at all aspects and levels of large-scale RF macros.
- Ability to work and keep pace within a dynamic team environment with close interaction with the design team.
- Providing high quality layout that enhances the quality of the overall design.
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar technical discipline
- Min 5 years of RF & Mixed Signal design experience that includes the following:
- CMOS HS analog and RF design (5Ghz and above preferred) and FinFET technologies experience
- Team player with an open mind to learning and sharing with others.
- In-depth knowledge of Cadence VXL and Mentor Graphics tools
- Strong verification debug skills with experience in Siemens' Calibre (Pegasus a plus)
- The ability to problem solve on one's own.
- Strong knowledge of Electro-migration, Signal Integrity, and IR related issues.
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- 10 years of RF & Mixed Signal ideal
- Knowledge of Unix/Linux
- Understanding of data management tools
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
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