Senior Engineer - ECAD Library Development (Altium & Automation)
RenesasJob Title
Senior Engineer - ECAD Library Development (Altium & Automation)
Role Summary
Lead development, review, automation and release of ECAD symbols, footprints and 3D models to support semiconductor product launches and NPI schedules. Work with global product teams, business units and external vendors to ensure IPC-compliant libraries and efficient configuration management.
Experience Level
Senior-level. No explicit years-of-experience stated.
Responsibilities
Primary duties include creating and validating ECAD deliverables, improving library quality, and enabling automation for repeatable workflows.
- Develop, review, and release ECAD Symbols, PCB Footprints, and 3D Models using Altium Designer.
- Support NPI by delivering ECAD models on launch schedules and participating in design reviews.
- Verify datasheets, package drawings, pin mappings, alternate functions, electrical types, and IPC-compliant land patterns.
- Develop packages such as QFN, DFN, LGA, LQFP, QFP, BGA, CSP, WLCSP, SOP, SSOP, and TSSOP.
- Drive library quality via standardization, process improvements, and configuration management.
- Collaborate with global Business Units, Product Engineering teams, and external vendors.
- Support web-library releases and release workflows.
- Mentor junior engineers and lead technical reviews.
- Implement and maintain automation/scripts to improve ECAD productivity.
Requirements
Essential technical skills and tools required for the role.
- Strong hands-on experience with Altium Designer.
- Expertise in ECAD Symbol, Footprint, and 3D Model development and validation.
- Good understanding of IPC-7351, PCB manufacturing, and semiconductor package standards.
- Ability to interpret datasheets, package outlines, pin-function tables, and perform pin-mapping validation.
- Experience with electrical type verification and quality review processes.
- Practical automation skills: Python, Altium scripting, VBA, or equivalent automation tools.
- Familiarity with Jira, Excel-based tracking, and ECAD library release workflows.
- Experience supporting multiple simultaneous NPI projects and mentoring junior staff.
Nice-to-have:
- Prior semiconductor ECAD library development and large component library management experience.
- Exposure to automation-driven ECAD development initiatives.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or a related engineering field (as listed in preferred qualifications).
About the Company
Company: Renesas
Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan
Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.
