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Rochester, Minnesota

Layout Designer Job at Rochester, Minnesota in Rochester

Rochester, Minnesota, Rochester, MN, United States, 55901


CTG is seeking to fill a Hardware Designer opening for our client in Rochester, MN.

 

Location: Remote

Duration: 6 months

 

Duties:

  • Create and optimize layouts for PCBs and ICs, ensuring proper arrangement of components and routing of electrical connections.
  • Perform design rule checks (DRC) to ensure compliance with fabrication specifications and standards.
  • Analyze and mitigate issues related to signal integrity, crosstalk, and electromagnetic interference (EMI).
  • Collaborate with circuit design engineers to understand circuit functionality and requirements, incorporating feedback into layouts.
  • Assist in the fabrication of prototypes, ensuring layouts are manufacturable and meet quality standards.
  • Generate clear and detailed layout documentation, including Gerber files, assembly drawings, and design specifications.
  • Use Cadence Virtuoso layout editor XL for layout design and verification.
  • Support testing and debugging of prototypes, identifying layout-related issues and implementing corrections.

Skills:

  • Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso layout editor XL.
  • Strong understanding of multiple patterning techniques, ideally with experience in finFET technology and 14 nm nodes at Global Foundries or Samsung.
  • Experience with full custom analog/RF design or array design and custom digital design.
  • Ability to analyze signal integrity and work through complex layout challenges.
  • Familiarity with design rule checking (DRC) and signal integrity analysis.
  • Proficiency in layout software such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or Mentor Graphics.

Experience:

  • Prior experience in layout design for PCBs or ICs.
  • Experience with finFET technology and the 14 nm process node is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with multiple patterning is a plus.
  • Previous integration experience or leadership in a physical design role is a major bonus.

Education:

  • A Bachelor's degree (preferred but not required) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.

Additional Requirements:

  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

 

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Recruiter Tana Stilloe at tana.stilloe@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

 

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $55.00/hour to $65.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.