Rochester, Minnesota is hiring: Layout Designer in Rochester

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.