The ESD Engineer will drive the development of our I/O library—leading the design, simulation, characterization, and validation of advanced I/O pad structures. You’ll define and implement our chip‑ and IP‑level ESD methodology, ensuring every product meets the highest standards of robustness and reliability.
In this role, you’ll design ESD protection devices, create silicon test structures for ESD and latch‑up evaluation, and translate silicon data into optimized design rules. You’ll also collaborate closely with our foundry partners on ESD library updates and LUP rule development.
Success requires a holistic understanding of mixed‑signal CMOS ESD/EOS protection, along with the ability to see gaps, integrate methodologies, and strengthen our end‑to‑end protection strategy. This is a high‑impact opportunity to shape product reliability across Cirrus Logic’s entire mixed‑signal portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Design, simulate, and optimize advanced I/O circuits and ESD protection structures.
- Characterize and model I/O libraries to support high‑performance mixed‑signal design flows.
- Release, maintain, and improve I/O libraries and models used across multiple design teams.
- Apply deep expertise in ESD and latch‑up requirements to ensure robust, reliable silicon.
- Drive ESD sign‑off for both chip‑level and block‑level designs, ensuring consistent methodology.
- Act as a technical leader, unifying ESD, latch‑up, and I/O strategies—gaining alignment across business units and elevating best practices company‑wide.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- MSc in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience) with a strong track record in advanced circuit design.
- A holistic understanding of ESD/EOS protection for mixed‑signal CMOS circuits.
- Strong fundamentals in ESD circuit design, layout, and testing.
- Proven experience in I/O design, including CMOS circuitry, latch‑up mitigation, physical verification, and device‑level characterization.
- Chip‑level ESD signoff expertise and a deep understanding of reliability requirements.
- Ability to guide layout engineers, ensuring robust, ESD‑safe layout implementation.
- Proficiency with Cadence schematic capture, layout, and simulation tools.
- Ability to work independently as well as lead or collaborate within high‑performing technical teams.
- Clear, effective communication—both written and verbal.
- Experience in IBIS model generation is a plus
Skills Required
- MSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- Holistic understanding of ESD/EOS protection for mixed‑signal CMOS circuits
- Strong fundamentals in ESD circuit design, layout, and testing
- Proven experience in I/O design including CMOS circuitry, latch‑up mitigation, physical verification, and device‑level characterization
- Chip‑level ESD signoff expertise and deep understanding of reliability requirements
- Ability to guide layout engineers for robust, ESD‑safe layout implementation
- Proficiency with Cadence schematic capture, layout, and simulation tools
- Ability to work independently and lead or collaborate within technical teams
- Clear, effective written and verbal communication
- Experience in IBIS model generation
- Must be able to access technical data without requirement for an export license; employer cannot obtain export licenses for this role
Cirrus Logic Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
Cirrus Logic is a leading supplier of low-power, high-precision mixed-signal processing solutions for mobile and consumer applications. The company has a robust portfolio of sophisticated low-power products, including boosted amplifiers, smart codecs, camera controllers, haptic driver and sensing solutions, power conversion and control Integrated Circuits, and fast-charging Integrated Circuits. These solutions have innovative technology, software and associated algorithms incorporated. With a strong intellectual property portfolio and extensive mixed-signal expertise, Cirrus Logic is well-positioned to drive innovation and growth in the evolving markets of audio and high-performance mixed-signal processing technologies. We are hiring like crazy! Please visit our careers portal at cirrus.jobs to check out our available openings!
Why Work With Us
Engineering drives our company, and innovation isn’t just encouraged – it’s expected! This is a culture where you get to work with some of the largest, most innovative customers and products on the planet on a daily basis and where everyone is a key contributor to the company’s success. There are no Miltons here!
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