Apple · 6 hours ago
Custom ERC/Power-Intent Automation CAD Engineer
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$127K/yr - $191K/yrApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and services. As a Custom ERC/Power-Intent Automation CAD Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and enhancing custom analog power intent methodology and circuit ERC solutions for various designs, collaborating with diverse design teams to ensure effective and efficient product performance.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Developing innovative solutions on Circuit ERC (Electric Rules checks) or Power Intent analysis leveraging expertise on circuits and programming
Actively involving yourself in supporting ERC/Power Intent on voltage domain interactions like – supply gating mechanisms, isolation controls, level shifting, switch supplies, virtual domain interactions, power integrity etc
Closely collaborating with diverse design teams, including Custom Analog, Mixed-Signal, Digital, RF and more, to understand their needs and requirements on circuit ERC and power flows. Applying advanced techniques to address these requirements across multiple products and reduce duplicate design work
Working in tandem with other domain in CAD, Power, Technology teams to validate their ML-based applications, implement enhancements, and evaluate external vendor packages and solutions from EDA (Electronic Design Automation) providers and open-source
Qualification
Required
Programming/scripting skills in Perl, Python, TCL, SKILL language, C++ or Shell
Minimum requirement of BS degree
Preferred
Exposure to custom Schematic/Layout tracing via SPICE/Open Access, power gating techniques, biasing, circuit topologies (power switches, level-shifter, iso), virtual/derived/multi-power domains, standard-cells would be helpful
Exposure to SVRF, TCL, Liberty/.lib, UPF - IEEE1801, CPF formats
Exposure to industry low power tools, Siemens Calibre PERC; Cadence Conformal LEC, Virtuoso Power Manager, Innovus; Synopsys Library compiler, VCLP, Low Power verification is desirable
Background in SPICE simulation, SOA, device operating conditions, and knowledge of Post-layout extraction is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$5.67BKey Investors
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