Layout Designer-Knoxville,TN

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Texas Instruments is currently seeking a Layout Designer to join the team. In this role, the responsibilities include the development and preparation of multi-dimensional layouts and detailed drawings of semiconductor devices from schematics and related geometry provided by design engineering.

About the job

This position will require the creation and management of integrated circuit (IC) layouts from start to finish. Using CAD software, you will floorplan, design, implement and verify analog integrated circuits. You will support the design engineers to reach goals in precision, speed, area, reliability, power and ESD requirements. You will also work with PE/Packaging engineers to assure reliable production capability and proper data preparation for fab hand-off, documentation, and archive.

Some of your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

Collaborating with Analog and Digital design teams and the global layout design community

Understanding manufacturing rules and implementing layout to be robust and area-efficient

Writing layout specifications, checking dimensions, and verifying completed art work

Verifying that the layout is compliant with Design Rule Checks (DRCs) and Electrical Rule Checks (ERCs)

Participating in layout design reviews

Creating design flow automation

Texas Instruments will not sponsor job applicants for visas or work authorization for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Engineering or related field of study or program certificate in Advanced IC Mask Layout Design

Minimum 3.0 out of 4.0 cumulative GPA

Preferred qualifications

Working knowledge of electrical circuits such as resistance, capacitance, voltage and current

Familiarity with Unix/Linux, Cadence Virtuoso, Assura LVS, DRC

Familiarity with semiconductor device physics, analog circuits and their layout sensitivities, and the IC production flow

Working knowledge of layout-related matching techniques, parasitics, routing impedances

Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders critical to success, both internally and externally

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes

Demonstrated strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions

Ability to take the initiative and drive for results

Why TI?

Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.

We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI

Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com .

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.