Hybrid CAD Engineer

at Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.

• Job title: CAD Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Jenkins, Linux, Perl, Python, Unix
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Barcelona, Portugal

About the role

• CAD Engineer supporting tools and infrastructures for semiconductor design. Collaborating with engineers to enhance design processes using advanced CAD tools and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and maintenance CAD tools used by IC designers include Synopsys Custom Compiler, Primesim, VCS, ICV, StarRC, Virtuoso, ADE, various simulation tools, and Verilog / System Verilog.
• Help maintain and update CAD libraries and databases.
• Develop and maintain scripts using Python, Perl, Tcl, and Cadence SKILL to automate design processes and improve efficiency.
• Work with CAD tool vendors to evaluate new tools, solve bugs, improve usability, etc.
• Develop infrastructure to support design work in new process technologies.
• Collaborate with design engineers to refine and improve existing designs flow based on feedback.
• Assist users in understanding and resolving technical issues related to CAD designs.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of complex technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Communicate effectively with users to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in design and documentation.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
• Organize and manage documentation to ensure easy retrieval and reference.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in CAD design, preferably with advanced process technologies.
• Experience with EDA tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, Mentor Graphics).
• Ability to explain technical information in a simple and understandable manner.
• Experience with Python, Tcl, Cadence SKILL, Perl.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix (e.g., Red hat).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, version control).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical information clearly.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to semiconductor design.

Benefits

• Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population.