Overview
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Bold Thinking. World Changing. SkyWater helps improve lives by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential to modern life. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets. Our values are Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset. We invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees and welcome diverse educational backgrounds. This SkyWater Device Modeling Principal Engineer will primarily lead device characterization, perform compact model extraction, and contribute to device design for advanced CMOS-based technologies.
Responsibilities
- New device development, transfer, and integration in a manufacturing environment.
- Liaison with Design Enablement on device design matters and PDK development for CMOS-compatible technologies to support SkyWater foundry technologies.
- Device characterization, extraction and validation of SPICE-compatible models.
- Test chip design, layout and characterization to support technology developments.
- Serve as a subject matter expert to customers and SkyWater colleagues for platform technology elements, model constraints, and new device process targeting.
Minimum Qualifications
MS / PhD in Engineering, Physics, or related field with relevant experience.Expertise in device characterization, simulation, and validation of SPICE-compatible models from silicon using tools such as Spectre, IC-CAP, MBP, and Verilog.Understanding of performance, optimization, and yield limiters for deep-submicron fETs and CMOS-compatible technologies.Programming background, especially Python, with familiarity in automation for analysis of large datasets.Ability to interact with internal and external customers; strong problem-solving, data-driven, and solution-oriented mindset.Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.US Citizenship Required : ability to obtain government security clearance.Preferred Qualifications
6+ years of advanced device development or modeling experience.Background in CMOS, MEMS, photonics, and superconducting device development and integration.Experience with model validation and device layout in a Cadence environment.Background in physics-based device simulation, design, and characterization for PEX, TCAD, noise, ESD, and stress effects.Experience in DOE and CMOS device design for extreme environments (cryogenic, radiation, high temperature).Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts; familiarity with mixed-signal IC design.Experience in technology transfers into or out of a semiconductor foundry.Compensation and Benefits
The annual salary range for this role is $131,840 - $197,760. Pay offered is based on experience, skills, education, and credentials. SkyWater offers competitive salary and incentives, 401k match, life insurance, stock purchase options at a discounted rate, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, paid time off, holidays, and on-site facilities.
Equal Opportunity
SkyWater is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. SkyWater complies with applicable EEO laws and disability accommodations on request.
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