Gate-level SigEM/SEB/FIT CAD Engineer

Apple Inc

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On-site
Location
San Francisco, CA
Salary
$184,700–$324,800 / yr
Posted
15 days ago
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TL;DR · Gate-level SigEM/SEB/FIT CAD Engineer

Gate-level SigEM/SEB/FIT CAD Engineer will join the CAD Group to develop, define, and refine methodologies and flows for gate-level and transistor-level designs. The role involves architecting comprehensive electromigration (EM), static error band (SEB), failure in time (FIT), self-heating effect (SHE), and thermal analysis solutions across advanced node designs. Key responsibilities include performing IP/SOC signal EM analysis, power-grid verification, 3DIC and interposer thermal integrity, and standard cell characterization while serving as a technical authority for various internal teams. The candidate will engage with EDA vendors for tool qualification and lead correlation studies between analysis tools and silicon failure data. Required skills include experience in EM/SEB/FIT/SHE/Thermal calculations, CAD flow development, and proficiency in Tcl, Python, or Perl. Technical expertise includes using industry-leading EMIR tools like Voltus, Voltus-Fi, RedHawk-SC, and Totem for high-performance designs.

What you'll do

  • Define and architect comprehensive EM, SEB, and thermal methodologies for advanced node designs.
  • Develop customized EM/SEB/thermal solutions that scale with accuracy and capacity requirements.
  • Manage the entire EM/SEB/thermal flow from initial concept through final sign-off and automation.
  • Serve as the technical authority on EM/FIT requirements and trade-offs for cross-functional teams.
  • Develop and maintain rule decks and verification methodologies for clock trees and high-speed data paths.
  • Lead technical engagement with EDA vendors and foundries for tool qualification and model development.
  • Conduct correlation studies between analysis tools and silicon failure data to improve methodology.
  • Mentor junior engineers on EM, SEB, and thermal analysis techniques and best practices.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of BS degree and 10 years of relevant industry experience.
  • Experience with EM, SEB, FIT, SHE, and thermal methodologies and calculations.
  • Experience with current density calculations, heating effects, and electromigration failure mechanisms.
  • Experience in EDA tools and CAD flow development.
  • Proficiency in at least one of Tcl, Python, and/or Perl scripting languages (preferred).
  • Experience in at least one analysis involved in EM such as extraction, timing, simulation, modeling, physical design, or verification (preferred).
  • Hands-on knowledge of industry leading EMIR tools like Voltus, Voltus-Fi, RedHawk-SC, or Totem (preferred).
  • Experience with advanced packaging technologies and AI/ML-driven innovation for CAD workflows (preferred).

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