Senior Process Layout Engineer

Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art.

Looking for an experienced physical design engineer to work on custom layouts for novel technologies and semiconductor process developments. Need to interface with multi-disciplinary teams to understand various design and wafer fabrication processing aspects to intelligently draft and assemble design blocks that are later patterned on wafers processed in our world class research and semiconductor fabrication facility. Will also need to develop and support basic Process Design Kit (PDK) for these R&D technologies – any prior PDK development experience will be highly valued.

•Responsible for custom semiconductor layout work including reticle assembly using Cadence Virtuoso

•Conduct reviews and obtain approvals at different phases of layout

•Create/edit codes/scripts for DRC (Design Rule Check) and other automation purposes

•Work with multiple groups to release layouts for wafer fabrication and order photolithography mask plates

•Develop understanding of functionality and wafer fabrication process for novel  technologies being developed

•Interface with IT for relevant EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software maintenance and updates

•Use version control for collaborative layout work

•Good documentation of work and processes

•Communicate and co-ordinate both within and outside team

•Help guide and train junior engineers

•5 years in semiconductor design and layout industry

•Advanced proficiency in semiconductor layout with Cadence Virtuoso

•Experience with creating/editing DRC rules with tools like Calibre, Assura

•Comfortable working in both Windows and Linux environments

•Knowledgeable in Cadence environment setup

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

•Ability to work at a computer for extended periods

•Ability to stay focused for detail oriented work

•Ability to multitask and work under pressure with deadlines

•Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing

•Ability to learn and grow in R&D environment

•Focus on customer service for internal customers

B.S. or M.S. degree with a major in EE or related science/engineering field

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required (active clearance is a plus).

The base salary range for this full-time position is $87,000 - $145,000 + bonus + benefits.

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This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

HRL offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment.

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