Digital Design Engineer

Job Title

Digital Design Engineer

Role Summary

Work on the ATD Automation - Shuttle Team to develop and deliver TI Shuttle (process test vehicles) and supporting tools, flows, and infrastructure for advanced technology development.

Responsibilities span tapeout/process understanding, shuttle layout optimization, design verification (DRC/reticle DRC), and automation including AI-driven tooling.

Experience Level

Entry-level / New graduate; no explicit years of experience required. Suitable for candidates early in their career.

Responsibilities

Primary day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Develop and deliver shuttle layout and reticle-aware mask solutions optimized for cost.
• Build expertise in TI process nodes and tapeout (process/gate) flow.
• Verify designs for adherence to DRC and reticle DRC requirements.
• Collaborate with Process, PDK, and business teams to plan and execute shuttle projects.
• Develop automation and AI-driven tools to accelerate execution and improve throughput.
• Participate in on-the-job learning and training programs (Career Accelerator Program).

Requirements

Core expectations and preferred capabilities.

• Must: Demonstrate interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage time to meet project deadlines.
• Preferred: Familiarity or coursework/experience in digital IC design, layout methodologies, DRC/reticle DRC, or automation tool development.
• Preferred: Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
• Preferred: Initiative and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive results.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field is required. The posting specifies a cumulative GPA of 6.0/10.0 or higher.

About the Company

Company: Texas Instruments

Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA

Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and sells analog and embedded processing chips for various markets including industrial, automotive, and personal electronics. The company's innovations aim to make electronics more affordable and reliable, fostering advancements in technology through each generation of semiconductors.