Mixed Signal Circuit Design Analysis & CAD Engineer (Temporary/Seasonal)

Job Title

Mixed Signal Circuit Design Analysis & CAD Engineer (Temporary/Seasonal)

Role Summary

Join the 3rd Party Analog Mixed Signal IP Design Analysis and CAD team to evaluate analog/mixed-signal IP from external vendors, ensure compliance with AMD design flows and manufacturing requirements, and prevent issues before silicon manufacturing.

The role combines hands-on pre-silicon analysis, verification, and development of automation tools and scripts, working closely with internal design teams and third-party IP vendors.

Experience Level

Mid-level (Level - Mid-Career). Specific years of experience were not provided.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-silicon analysis and verification of AMS IP, develop automation, and coordinate fixes with vendors and internal teams.

• Analyze electrical performance of analog/digital mixed-signal IP and assess integration into chip systems.
• Run and interpret LVS, DRC/ERC, topology checks, parasitic extraction, SPICE simulations, and static timing analysis at a conceptual level.
• Investigate flagged issues, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend fixes or escalations.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance scripts and test cases to automate IP design analysis workflows.
• Collaborate with 3rd-party IP vendors and AMD design teams globally to review analysis results and implement design fixes.
• Use physical verification and other EDA tools to validate layout and schematic compliance prior to manufacturing.
• Document and present analysis findings to cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

Core technical skills and capabilities expected for successful performance in the role.

• Must-have: Understanding of analog and digital transistor/device behavior and the hardware chip development lifecycle.
• Must-have: Scripting experience to develop maintainable automation (examples: Python, Perl, TCL).
• Must-have: Familiarity with UNIX/Linux command-line environments and basic automation workflows.
• Must-have: Working knowledge of EDA tools and pre-silicon verification concepts (LVS, DRC, parasitic extraction, SPICE concepts).
• Nice-to-have: Experience with HSPICE, Verilog or VHDL, C/C++, parasitic RC extraction, and static timing analysis.
• Nice-to-have: Experience implementing analysis automation, performing software/hardware root-cause investigations, and applying AI techniques to data analysis or automation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for coordinating across internal teams and external vendors.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

About the Company

Company: Advanced Micro Devices

Headquarters: Sunnyvale, California, USA

Advanced Micro Devices, or AMD, is a global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures microprocessors, graphics processors, and related technologies for a variety of computing devices. Known for pushing the boundaries of innovation, AMD's mission is to deliver high-performance computing solutions for AI, data centers, gaming, and embedded applications. They foster a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on creativity and problem-solving, aiming to drive progress and excellence in technology.