University of Arkansas · 4 hours ago
Design Engineer I
Fayetteville
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$86K/yr - $86K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Arkansas is a prestigious institution focused on research and education, seeking a Design Engineer I for their Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Facility. This role will involve silicon carbide circuit design, working closely with users from various sectors, and requires familiarity with design principles and electronic design automation tools.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Focus on several key aspects of silicon carbide (SiC) circuit design interacting with internal and external users
Involve all aspects of design and fabrication readiness including but not limited to: design, verification, and characterization of standard libraries and test structures
Implementation and support of process design kits (PDKs), and reticle compilation and mask generation
Familiarity with analog, mixed-signal and digital design principles and methods, electronic design automation tools for IC design such as those from Cadence and Siemens
Familiarity with test and measurement methods and equipment for benchtop IC testing
Desirable to have basic knowledge of power semiconductor devices for layout and PDK generation in power semiconductor device processes
Knowledge of silicon IC design is a fundamental requirement with SiC IC design experience desirable
Excellent communication skills and patience for teaching the fundamentals of SiC design and fabrication to prospective users
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others
Qualification
Required
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in computer, electrical, or mechanical engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least two years of experience in engineering relating to work performed in silicon IC circuit design
At least one year of experience in a customer facing role teaching or mentoring IC design skills
At least two years of experience with 2D design software packages
At least two years of experience with design rule checks and run set generation
US citizenship required
Preferred
Basic knowledge of power semiconductor devices for layout and PDK generation in power semiconductor device processes
SiC IC design experience
Proof of Veteran Status
Benefits
University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
Tuition waivers for employees and their families
12 official holidays
Immediate leave accrual
A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary
Company
University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas is a public, co-educational research university, providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$61.36MKey Investors
Federal Transit AdministrationArkansas department of human servicesArkansas Division of Higher Education
2025-11-20Grant· $13.17M
2025-05-21Grant· $10M
2025-05-05Grant· $1M
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