Layout Engineer (7394)

Job Title: Layout Engineer

Job Descriptions: Coordinating the design changes, design fitting issues, and other technical data to ensure customers’ designs can fit TSMC’s production flow and procedures. Specific tasks include but are not limited to acting as liaison between customer and TSMC fab manufacturing staff; providing training and on-site support to TSMC’s U.S. Customers of TSMC specific advanced processing SRAM block layout, utilizing knowledge of TSMC’s design rules; implementing blocks of customer’s chip, covering floor plan, timing and noise closure and power planning. Providing all of IP in DDRIO layout floorplan and layout guideline.

Requirements: Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field, and two (2) years of experience in a related position.

Work experience or academic background must have included: knowledge of chip design processes and procedures; knowledge of innovation for 3D-chip stacking; experience with chip design; experience with advance technologies design, especially in A14/2nm/3nm/5nm/7nm tech nodes in analog IP and SRAM Macro, and DDRIO; and experience with IC layout tools, physical design and verification flow.

Work site: TSMC Technology Inc., 2851 Junction Ave., San Jose, CA 95134, and various unanticipated work locations

Salary Range:  $120,182 /year to $186,000 /year.

Company Description  

As a trusted technology and capacity provider, TSMC is driven by the desire to be:

• The world’s leading dedicated semiconductor foundry
• The technology leader with a strong reputation for manufacturing excellence
• Advancing semiconductor manufacturing innovations to enable the future of technology

TSMC pioneered the pure-play foundry business model when it was founded in 1987 and has been the world’s leading dedicated semiconductor foundry ever since. The Company supports a thriving ecosystem of global customers and partners with the industry’s leading process technologies and a portfolio of design enablement solutions to unleash innovation for the global semiconductor industry. With global operations spanning Asia, Europe, and North America, TSMC serves as a committed corporate citizen around the world.

In North America, TSMC has a strong sales and service organization that works with customers by helping them achieve silicon success with cutting-edge technologies and manufacturing excellence. The Company has continued to accelerate its R&D investment and staffing in recent years and is expanding its manufacturing footprint to support customer innovation with 3D IC technologies and optimal manufacturing capacity.

For positions requiring access to technical data subject to export control regulations, including Export Administration Regulations, TSMC North America may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Government for certain individuals.  All employment is contingent upon TSMC North America obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by the U.S. Government.

Diversity statement

TSMC North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at G_Accomodations@tsmc.com. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC’s obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 

Pay Transparency / Benefits statement

At TSMC, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role typically pays a base salary between $120,182 /year to $186,000 /year. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range. Factors that influence pay include the individual's skills, qualifications, education, experience and the position level and location.  TSMC’s total compensation package consists of market competitive pay, allowances, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. We also offer extensive development opportunities and programs.

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