Layout Engineer

Macquarie University
December 05, 2024
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• Full-time, 2-year fixed term with competitive salary • Work with world-class researchers • Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment

Macquarie University is seeking atalented and experienced Layout Engineer to provide engineering support for semiconductor and technology projects. This is a fabulous opportunity to join the newly established Silicon Platforms Lab (SiP Lab) within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Macquarie University.

If you're passionate about making an impact and driving innovation in semiconductor research, this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with Macquarie SiP Lab team.

What you'll do as a Layout Engineer in the SiP Lab

  • Undertakes detailed transistor level layout of circuits including analogue, mixed-signal and RF blocks.

  • Design verification including DRC, LVS and DFM.

  • Works together with other team members on floorplanning and placement.

  • Performs layout review including signal integrity for RF, sensitive traces, power/ground.

  • Experienced with Cadence and Synopsys layout and verification tools.

  • About Us

    The Faculty of Science and Engineering offers both undergraduate and postgraduate Degree programs across a diverse range of disciplines. The Faculty is also home to a number of world-class research centres. The Faculty continues to grow links with industry by building partnerships with commercial, government, cultural and professional organisations.

    The SiP Lab is a newly formed, advanced hardware platforms and silicon chip design lab with advanced silicon system-on-chip (SoC) / system-in- package (SiP) capabilities. The research focuses on key semiconductor industry trends in communications and sensing, as well as partnering with adjacent research teams across the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the wider University to integrate their own novel IP onto a silicon platform, with benefits anticipated in the fields of synthetic biology, photonics, and quantum technologies.

    More details about our SiP Lab can be found at: https: // www. mq.edu.au/faculty- of-science-and-engineering/our-research/silicon-platforms-lab

    How to Apply

    To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate document responding to the selection criteria below.

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in software engineering, mechanical engineering, electronics, optics, photonics, physics or related discipline and extensive experience working in the specialised discipline.

  • Demonstrated experience working with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, shell scripts.

  • Experience working in a nix/Linux environment.

  • Demonstrated ability consulting with and obtaining user requirements from clients and stakeholders.

  • Experience working on projects including tracking progress, resolving challenges as they arise and delivering to budget, on time and to specification.

  • Contributing to project proposals and reviewing technical specifications and reports.

  • Working collaboratively in a technical team to solve technical problems.

  • Your layout experience (types of circuits and technologies used).

  • This position requires criminal record checks.

    Enquiries: Professor Michael Boers at [email protected]

    If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

    Applications Close:

    05/12/2024 11:59 PM

    Diversity and Inclusion

    Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.

    We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.

    Flexible Work

    At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.

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