Analog IC Layout Engineer

Job Title

Analog IC Layout Engineer

Role Summary

Contribute to physical implementation of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits within the Central Layout Group supporting Automotive Power Solutions. Work from block-level layout through top-level integration, verification, and tape-out in a multidisciplinary, international engineering environment.

Experience Level

Mid-level. No specific years-of-experience stated.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities cover layout development, verification, and cross-functional support for automotive and power-management ICs.

• Develop analog and mixed-signal layout blocks from schematic to tape-out.
• Support floorplanning, top-level integration and product physical implementation activities.
• Optimize layouts for electrical performance, matching, reliability and manufacturability.
• Perform DRC, LVS, ERC and other physical verification tasks and support parasitic extraction and post-layout analysis.
• Participate in design reviews, sign-off activities, and troubleshooting during product development.
• Collaborate with Analog Design, Verification, Package, Test and Product Engineering teams and contribute to layout methodology improvements.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and collaboration abilities are listed below; preferred items follow.

Must-have:

• Knowledge of analog IC layout methodologies and best practices.
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso layout environment.
• Understanding of DRC/LVS verification concepts and physical verification flow.
• Familiarity with Linux working environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multicultural, international teams; fluent written and spoken English.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with Calibre, PVS or equivalent verification tools.
• Knowledge of CMOS, BCD or high-voltage technologies and analog mixed-signal circuits.
• Basic scripting skills (SKILL, Python, TCL or Shell).
• Experience in automotive semiconductor development and interest in layout automation/methodology improvements.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or Microelectronics. (Source does not state an explicit "or equivalent experience" clause.)

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.