ESD Engineer

ESD Engineer

Requirements

• BS and 3+ years relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Define the ESD methodology for all silicon developed by Apple and to specify the chip and IP level ESD requirements
• Design ESD protection devices and circuits to meet design requirements
• Develop test structures to characterize Si for ESD/LUP properties
• Develop design rules based on Si characterization data
• Collaborate with foundry on ESD library and ESD/LUP rule development activities
• Maintain an ESD device library to support internal and external design teams
• Generate or review ESD/LUP testing plans for Apple and vendor ICs
• Manage the sign-off reviews with internal design teams, external vendors and foundries
• Drive ESD/LUP related debug activities

Preferred Qualifications

• MS and 3+ years relevant industry experience
• Deep understanding of transistor device characteristics
• Solid understanding of models used for testing ESD, including HBM, CDM, MM and IEC-61000-4-2
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art ESD circuit design techniques and topologies
• Hands-on experience with design/layout EDA tools, including Virtuoso, Calibre, Allegro, etc.
• Knowledge of ESD checking tools like PERC and Pathfinder
• Experience with Si processes used for high voltage, RF, or advanced ASICs
• Experience with ESD/LUP test and characterization equipment
• Strong initiative, collaboration, and ownership of responsibilities, productive, able to meet challenging deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills