CAD Engineer – EDA Infrastructure

Industry: Semiconductor / Fabless

About the Role:

This role involves hands-on implementation and support of EDA environments, making it a critical part of the engineering infrastructure team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain EDA tools including Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics, and ClioSoft.
• Set up and manage EDA license servers, including license installation, usage monitoring, remixing, and optimisation.
• Install and integrate Process Design Kits (PDKS) from various foundries on local engineering machines.
• Ensure seamless EDA tool integration by maintaining proper directory structures and compatibility.
• Provide IT infrastructure support: Install and configure servers, storage, and networks used in engineering workflows.
• Deploy and manage OpenText™ Exceed™ TurboX (EXT) for remote access by engineering teams across global locations.
• Install and support CVA and EDX environments for circuit simulation and data exchange.
• Plan and manage high-performance computing environments, including Linux servers and VMware-based virtual machines.
• Develop and maintain shell and Perl scripts to automate environment setup and streamline tool integration with client databases.
• Offer day-to-day CAD/EDA support for design, layout, and verification engineers.
• Diagnose and resolve tool failures, license issues, and PDK conflicts through thorough troubleshooting.
• Perform root-cause analysis for system failures and escalate complex issues when needed.
• Maintain detailed documentation for troubleshooting processes, solutions, and tool configurations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience as a CAD/EDA Engineer in the semiconductor (fabless) industry.
• Proven experience in CAD flow development, EDA tool setup, PDK installation, and infrastructure management.
• Strong knowledge of Linux server installation/configuration, storage systems, and networking.
• Expertise in EDA license server operations including installation, analysis, and optimization.
• Familiarity with CVA, EDX, and simulation setup in engineering environments.
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills for EDA tools, infrastructure, and integration issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and IT teams.

Tools & Technologies:

• Cadence: Virtuoso (L, XL, GXL), ADE (L, XL, GXL), Spectre, SpectreRF, Ultrasim, AMS, APS, Incisive, CCT Router, SKILL
• Synopsys: CosmosSE, CosmosLE, Milkyway, Hercules, Star RCXT, Hspice
• Mentor Graphics: Calibre, IC Station, Design Architect, DVE, Design Manager, Ample
• Others: ClioSoft SOS, OpenText Exceed TurboX, Linux server management, Shell & Perl scripting

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