EDA (Electronic Design Automation) Engineer

Job description

We are looking for an EDA Engineer to support and enhance the design environment across business groups. This role focuses on evaluating, implementing, and supporting EDA tools and design flows, while driving efficiency and innovation in engineering design processes. You will act as a key consultant to designers, helping improve workflows and align solutions across teams. What You Will Do Evaluate the EDA tool landscape and identify solutions aligned with the design roadmap across business groups. Act as an EDA consultant, supporting stakeholders in defining and meeting their technical and roadmap requirements. Provide regional (APAC) support for EDA tools, including development, project setup, deployment, and maintenance. Develop Python-based applications to support design flows, tool integration, and standalone solutions by using vibe coding (AI) Create and implement EDA interface scripts to build efficient and scalable design flows. Identify and implement alternative EDA tools that offer improved quality, cost efficiency, or better Time to Market. Standardize and scale successful solutions across multiple business groups. Provide technical support for models, DRCs, PDKs, TCAD, PCMs, and TOs, and quickly acquire new domain knowledge when required. What You Will Need Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Electronics, or a related field. 6+ years of relevant experience in EDA tools, semiconductor design environment, or related engineering domains Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with scripting languages such as Perl, Ruby, or TCL. Understanding of semiconductor design processes and design flows. Knowledge or affinity with TCAD, PDKs, and device modeling. Experience in data processing and analysis. Open-minded, curious, and eager to explore new technologies and EDA innovations. Self-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset, able to identify challenges and proactively implement solutions. Strong problem-solving skills with a solid engineering mindset. Passion for improving tools, workflows, and overall engineering efficiency. Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright © material and the word Nexperia® is a registered trademark. D&I Statement As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested. In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.