CAD Intern

Job Title

CAD Intern

Role Summary

Paid internship supporting CAD engineering and FAE activities for power semiconductor products. The intern will work with experienced CAD engineers on PDK testing, tool configuration, scripting, and documentation to support circuit and layout designers.

Experience Level

Entry-level (internship). Intended for undergraduate students; typically junior-level. No specific years of post-graduate experience required.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Participate in test PDK library development and DRC/LVS deck work
• Provide CAD services, utilities and scripts to circuit/layout designers
• Create and maintain CAD-related documentation
• Support tool configuration, setup, and application for CAD workflows

Requirements

Technical skills and competencies required:

• Understanding of analog and digital design
• Knowledge of semiconductor process
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems and scripting
• Experience with DFII, SKILL, Perl, or Tcl for CAD tool scripting
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Education Requirements

Enrolled as a junior-level undergraduate in an Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering bachelor's degree program.

About the Company

Company: Monolithic Power Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is a leading provider of energy-efficient power solutions for various applications, including industrial, telecom, automotive, and consumer sectors. Known for their cutting-edge integrated power semiconductors, MPS emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and creativity, making them one of the fastest-growing companies in the semiconductor industry.