$120,000–$160,000 Per Year
Adobe Acrobat, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, CMOS, Cadence, Communication Skills, Data Processing, Datasheets, Electrical Engineering, English Language, Linux Operating System, Machine Learning, Mentor Graphics, Organizational Skills, Pattern Matching, Perl Programming Language, Process Flow, Process Improvement, Product Demonstration, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Simulation, Software Administration, Software Development, Tcl-Tk, Team Player, Time Management, Unix Shell Programming
Overview
PDF is seeking an experienced Layout (FIRE) Extraction Engineer to join the DFI team, who is responsible for Apps Support. The Layout (FIRE) Extraction Engineer is an organized and highly motivated team player with strong initiative and communication skills and possesses the drive to deliver quality results on time in a dynamic, multi-disciplined, intensive and highly productive small team environment.
Responsibilities
Running Layout (FIRE) Extraction on client site to support onsite inspection application development.
Remote support Layout (FIRE) Extraction for the R&D and Demo Application development.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or higher in electrical engineering. Degrees, such as statistics or IT-related discipline may work, depending on work experience.
Skill Set
o Core Technology & Knowledge
- Theoretical and practical experience in OPC/RET (Resolution Enhancement Technology)
- Comprehensive understanding of CMOS process flow
- Knowledge of mask fabrication and design rules (DRC)
o Software/Tool Proficiency
- Experience with OPC/Mask simulation tools:
- Mentor Graphics Calibre OPC/ILT
- Synopsys Sentaurus/Litho
- ASML Brion Tachyon
- Layout processing tools:
- Cadence, Synopsys, or KLayout
- Scripting & Programming:
- Hands-on experience with Linux
- Python, Perl, Tcl, Shell scripting
- Experience in large-scale data processing and automation
o Algorithm & Data Processing Skills
- Understanding of pattern matching, shape transformation, and data optimization
- Experience in OPC optimization using Machine Learning / AI (preferred)
o Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Analysis and improvement of discrepancies between layout and actual pattern
- Experience analyzing SEM/E-beam inspection data
- Experience optimizing process window (PW) and depth of focus (DOF)
o Collaboration & Work Skills
- Experience collaborating with Design, Lithography, and Fab Process teams
- Experience modifying and optimizing designs based on customer/internal feedback
- Ability to read and understand English technical papers/datasheets and write reports
Pay Range
USD $120,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.
Bachelor's Degree or higher in electrical engineering. Degrees, such as statistics or IT-related discipline may work, depending on work experience.
Skill Set
o Core Technology & Knowledge
- Theoretical and practical experience in OPC/RET (Resolution Enhancement Technology)
- Comprehensive understanding of CMOS process flow
- Knowledge of mask fabrication and design rules (DRC)
o Software/Tool Proficiency
- Experience with OPC/Mask simulation tools:
- Mentor Graphics Calibre OPC/ILT
- Synopsys Sentaurus/Litho
- ASML Brion Tachyon
- Layout processing tools:
- Cadence, Synopsys, or KLayout
- Scripting & Programming:
- Hands-on experience with Linux
- Python, Perl, Tcl, Shell scripting
- Experience in large-scale data processing and automation
o Algorithm & Data Processing Skills
- Understanding of pattern matching, shape transformation, and data optimization
- Experience in OPC optimization using Machine Learning / AI (preferred)
o Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Analysis and improvement of discrepancies between layout and actual pattern
- Experience analyzing SEM/E-beam inspection data
- Experience optimizing process window (PW) and depth of focus (DOF)
o Collaboration & Work Skills
- Experience collaborating with Design, Lithography, and Fab Process teams
- Experience modifying and optimizing designs based on customer/internal feedback
- Ability to read and understand English technical papers/datasheets and write reports
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PDF Solutions Inc
PDF Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: PDFS) is the leading provider of yield improvement technologies and services for the IC manufacturing process life cycle. PDF Solutions offers solutions that are designed to enable clients to lower costs of IC design and manufacture, enhance time to market, and improve profitability by addressing design and manufacturing interactions from product design to initial process ramps to mature manufacturing operations. PDF Solutions' Characterization Vehicle® (CV®) test chips provide the core modeling capabilities, and are used by more leading manufacturers than any other test chips in the industry. Exensio™, PDF Solutions' industry leading yield management and fault detection and classification enterprise software platform, enhances yield improvement and production control activities at leading fabs around the world. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., PDF Solutions operates worldwide with additional offices in China, Europe, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. For the company's latest news and information, visit http://www.pdf.com/.