ESD & CAD Design Manager

Broadcom

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chandler, AZ
Salary
$129,400–$207,000 / yr
Posted
45 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 24, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $197k
This role $168k
$117k most similar roles pay here $247k

This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $162,000–$232,775 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $168k versus about $197k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Broadcom

Broadcom is a global semiconductor and infrastructure software company that designs and markets a wide range of networking, storage, and wireless connectivity solutions. Industry: Semiconductors & Infrastructure Software

Broadcom currently has 119 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,900–$195,000 across 105 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · ESD & CAD Design Manager

The ESD & CAD Design Manager oversees both the CAD flow development and the ESD design methodology to ensure accurate, compliant processes while integrating robust protection principles into the design phase for sensitive electronic components. This role involves managing staff and projects, overseeing PERC and PathFinder flows, providing internal user support, and implementing tools for design automation, modeling, characterization, and IP releases. The manager must conduct design-level ESD analysis, simulations, and quality control while mentoring team members on advanced techniques. Required expertise includes proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Primetime, Ansys Seascape/Redhawk/Totem PathFinder, Verilog, Calibre, Perl, Python, Skill, and TCL. The role addresses the technical challenge of integrating ESD safety into electronic designs while optimizing CAD workflows through advanced software capabilities and automated design processes to mitigate risks in semiconductor products.

What you'll do

  • Oversee CAD flow development and the integration of ESD protection principles into the design phase.
  • Manage staff, projects, and the implementation of internal/external tools for automation and modeling.
  • Supervise, train, and mentor team members on core application skills and advanced design techniques.
  • Establish and document ESD design guidelines and best practices for product development.
  • Review and approve electronic designs to ensure compliance with ESD standards and mitigate risks.
  • Conduct design-level ESD analysis and simulations to predict and prevent potential failures.
  • Evaluate and implement emerging CAD and ESD technologies to optimize departmental productivity.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Master's degree in Engineering or a similar field.
  • Requires overall ESD and CAD experience.
  • Requires management experience.
  • Must possess advanced proficiency in multiple CAD software platforms including Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Primetime, and others.
  • Must be proficient in scripting languages such as Perl and Python.
  • Must have a solid understanding of ESD fundamentals, physics, principles, electronics design, and safety procedures.
  • Must have experience with file management systems, version control, and data management for CAD applications.
  • Must possess strong leadership, project management, and professional communication skills.

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