EM/IR Methodology Engineer

Company:Qualcomm India Private LimitedJob Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Hardware Engineer, you will plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems, bring-up yield, circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment and packaging, test systems, FPGA, and/or DSP systems that launch cutting-edge, world class products. Qualcomm Hardware Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and meet performance requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled EM/IR Methodology Engineer to join our team. The role involves developing and maintaining methodologies for Electromigration (EM) and Voltage Drop (IR) analysis to ensure robust and reliable designs in advanced semiconductor technologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize power delivery networks and ensure design compliance with EM/IR standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and optimize methodologies for Electromigration (EM) and Voltage Drop (IR) analysis for advanced semiconductor designs.
• Collaborate with design, CAD, and physical implementation teams to optimize power delivery networks.
• Enhance and automate workflows to improve PDN analysis efficiency.
• Partner with EDA tool vendors to enhance and customize EM/IR analysis tools.
• Support design teams in EM/IR verification and sign-off.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-5 years of experience in EM/IR analysis or physical design methodology.
• Strong understanding of Electromigration (EM) and Voltage Drop (IR) concepts and their impact on circuit reliability.
• Hands-on experience with EM/IR analysis tools such as  Voltus, RedHawk, Totem, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl to automate workflows.
• Basic understanding of  STA concepts preferred.
• Exposure to physical design and sign-off methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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