Leading and execute electrical analysis at block and top levels, including ESD, EM, IR;
Driving verification closure across ESD, EMIR, and IO pad electrical integrity;
Defining and implementing ESD methodology across all Innatera silicon;
Designing and validating ESD protection devices and circuits, including test structures for Si characterization;
Collaborate with foundry partners on ESD design rule development and ESD library and LUP rule integration;
Support internal teams with PDK installation, updates, and IP-related support;
Partner with CAD and tool vendors to enhance and validate new flows and electrical analysis methodologies;
Support technology characterization efforts for design enablement and scaling.
BS + 6 or MS + 4 years of relevant industry experience;
Deep understanding of transistor behavior and ESD phenomena (HBM, CDM, MM models);
Experience designing ESD circuits and validating ESD robustness;
Familiarity with ESD check tools like Pathfinder or PERC;
Hands-on experience with EMIR tools (e.g., Cadence Totem, Voltus);
Experience with Virtuoso, Calibre, and related physical design tools;
Good understanding of system-level power distribution networks (PDN) and power integrity concepts;
Experience characterizing ESD/LUP in silicon and translating that into design rules;
Working knowledge of scripting (e.g., Python, TCL, Perl) and Linux environments;
Previous involvement with PDK maintenance or IP support is a strong plus.
Self-starter mindset;
Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills.