Engineer, DEG Layout

Job Title

Engineer, DEG Layout

Role Summary

Responsible for physical layout design and verification of analog, mixed-signal and custom digital blocks, standard cells and full-chip designs. Works within a global engineering team to deliver block-level layouts to schedule with required quality.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Specific years of experience not specified.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include design, verification, automation and project collaboration.

• Perform layout design and development for analog, mixed-signal, custom digital blocks, standard cells and full-chip layouts.
• Execute layout verification and quality checks: LVS, DRC, antenna checks, shielding, matching, latch-up, EM/IR and Totem checks; document results.
• Develop digital block layouts using automated placement and routing tools.
• Create and maintain basic automation and scripts (e.g., SKILL) to improve productivity.
• Estimate area/time, plan and schedule work across multiple projects to meet delivery targets.
• Support and review work of junior team members; provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate effectively with global engineering teams and contribute to project management activities.
• Identify and apply tools and techniques (including AI-assisted methods) to reduce layout effort and improve quality.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; additional desirable skills listed separately.

• Hands-on experience in physical layout for analog, mixed-signal and custom digital designs, including full-chip integration.
• Practical experience with layout verification flows and checks: LVS, DRC, antenna, matching, latch-up, EM and IR analysis.
• Experience with auto placement and routing tools for digital block implementation.
• Basic scripting/automation skills (for example SKILL or equivalent) to support layout automation.
• Proven ability to plan, estimate and deliver block-level layouts on schedule in a multi-project environment.
• Good communication and collaboration skills for working with global teams.
• Ability to mentor or support junior engineers in layout execution and reviews.

Nice-to-have: prior use of AI-assisted layout tools, leadership experience in layout projects, deep knowledge of process-impact considerations.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Micron Technology

Headquarters: Boise, Idaho, USA

Micron Technology is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, dedicated to transforming how the world uses information. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory products under the Micron and Crucial brands. With a commitment to customer focus and technological innovation, Micron drives advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other data-centric applications, empowering users to learn, communicate, and progress.