EDA Tools Software Engineer

Job Description

As an EDA Tools Software Engineer in the Test Chip Engineering group with a focus on inline test structure design, you will be responsible for design of E-beam inline yield and defect metrology test structures and development of physical design automation tools, flows, methodologies, and processes to support Intel's next generation process technology.

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

- Collaborating with semiconductor process technologists to define design specification.
- Design of Experiments (DOE) and physical design for test structures to monitor process yield, defect and margin conditions.
- Development of EDA software tools and flows that automate physical design at scale.
- Explore new opportunities to leverage inline inspection techniques to accelerate process technology development

About the team and organization:

Intel's Lead Vehicle Development (LVD) Team is one component of the larger Design Enablement (DE) organization, that provides design and manufacturing services to a variety of internal and external customers who leverage Intel's holistic design and manufacturing expertise to deliver unique circuits and systems at the leading edge of the technology curve. LVD's mission is to develop test-chips and other hardware prototypes that enable our customers to use Intel's most advanced process technologies to develop innovative products and reduce their time-to-market.

Candidate must exhibit the following behavioral traits/skills:

- Analytical and computer programming skills.
- Be able to work in a team collaborative environment.

This is an entry level position and compensation will be given accordingly.

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Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Knowledge and/or experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork and/or classes and/or research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidate must possess MS degree with 6+ months of experience or PhD degree with 1+ years of experience in in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other engineering fields.

Must have the required degree or expect the required degree by the date of start.

Experience in the following:

- Solid programming and scripting languages such as Python, or C++.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the following:

- Design and test of E-beam inline test structures.
- Design and fabrication of semiconductor or MEMS devices.
- Clean room microfabrication experiences on lithography, deposition, and etching tools.
- Development of parameterized cells (PCells using Cadence SKILL) or PyCell.
- Industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys ICV, Siemens Calibre for use in physical design, place and route scripts, and DRC verification.

Inside this Business Group

As the world's largest chip manufacturer, Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support.  Employees in the Technology Development and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore’s Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.