Coordinate semiconductor tape-out processes and ensure integrated circuit design data meets foundry manufacturing requirements. Review physical design databases and documentation, resolve discrepancies, collaborate with design and process engineering teams, and maintain detailed records of tape-out procedures and outcomes. The role requires semiconductor design tool experience, strong attention to detail, effective cross-functional communication, and flexibility to support critical tape-outs.
Tape Out Engineer Job Description
Role Overview, Responsibilities, and Qualifications
The Tape Out Engineer plays a crucial role in the semiconductor design process, serving as the final checkpoint before integrated circuit designs are sent for fabrication. This position is responsible for ensuring that all physical and logical design data meet manufacturing requirements and quality standards, working closely with design, program managers, technologists, and manufacturing teams to resolve issues and optimize outcomes.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate and execute the tape out process for semiconductor products, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of design data to manufacturing.
- Verify design integrity by reviewing database and documentation, and addressing any discrepancies or errors.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including design, technologists, program managers, and process engineering, to resolve technical issues and optimize designs for manufacturability.
- Ensure all deliverables conform to foundry requirements.
- Maintain detailed records of tape out procedures, revisions, and outcomes for future reference and process improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Experience with physical design tools (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys) and semiconductor manufacturing workflows.
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Willingness to work with flexible working hours to support critical Tape-outs.
- Effective communication in English for collaborating across technical teams.
This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for precision and innovation, seeking to contribute to the successful launch of leading-edge semiconductor products.
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