Tape Out Engineer
NXP SemiconductorsJob Title
Tape Out Engineer
Role Summary
The Tape Out Engineer owns the final verification and delivery of physical and logical design data to semiconductor foundries. This role coordinates with design, program management, technologists, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet foundry requirements and quality standards prior to fabrication.
The position focuses on tape-out execution, design integrity checks, issue resolution, and maintaining records for process improvement.
Experience Level
Mid-level. Specific years of experience not stated.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include executing tape-out activities, verifying data, and coordinating cross-functional resolution of issues.
- Coordinate and execute tape-out process for semiconductor products, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of design data to manufacturing.
- Verify design integrity by reviewing databases and documentation, identifying and addressing discrepancies or errors.
- Collaborate with design teams, technologists, program managers, and process engineering to resolve technical issues and optimize designs for manufacturability.
- Ensure all deliverables conform to foundry requirements and manufacturing workflows.
- Maintain detailed records of tape-out procedures, revisions, and outcomes for traceability and process improvement.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and workplace expectations are listed below. Education items are summarized separately under Education Requirements.
- Practical experience with physical design tools and flows (examples: Cadence, Synopsys) and familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing workflows.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and support flexible hours for critical tape-outs.
- Effective English communication for collaboration with cross-functional and multi-site teams.
- Knowledge of foundry submission requirements and manufacturability optimization practices.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
About the Company
Company: NXP Semiconductors
Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.
