Mentium Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Physical Design Engineer to join our ASIC/SoC design team. In this role, you will be responsible for the physical implementation of complex ASIC designs from synthesis through place and route, DRC/LVS and tapeout. You will work closely with RTL designers, architects and OSAT, foundry partners to ensure high-quality, timing-clean, and manufacturable silicon. This role offers an exciting opportunity to learn and work on cutting-edge vision AI accelerators, machine and deep learning algorithms, and make a meaningful impact on the development of a co-designed robust, client-facing hardware-software library. This role requires strong expertise in physical implementation methodologies, optimization techniques, and industry-standard EDA tools.
Key Responsibilities: Perform full-chip and block-level physical design, including: Synthesis, Design-for-Test, Collateral setup / Library preparation, Floorplanning and power planning, Placement and clock tree synthesis (CTS), Routing and post-route optimization, and Static Timing Analysis and Closure Drive timing closure across all corners and modes (setup/hold, SI, IR/EM)Develop and refine physical design flows and methodologies Develop DFT flows and integrate DFT IPCollaborate with front-end, and verification teams for design integration Analyze and resolve congestion, timing, and power issues Perform physical verification (DRC/LVS/antenna)Support tapeout activities and post-silicon debugging when required Evaluate and integrate third-party IP and tools into physical design flows Automate repetitive tasks using scripting (Python, tcl, shell)
Required Qualifications: PhD/MS/BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent 3+ years of ASIC physical design experience Strong understanding of: CMOS process technology Timing constraints, timing analysis and closure techniques Power integrity and signal integrity fundamentalsDRC and LVS debug Hands-on experience with industry EDA tools such as: Synopsys Design Compiler / ICC2 or Fusion Compiler Prime Time StarRCExperience with Synthesis including DFT (scan, JTAG, MBIST, LBIST)Experience with full-chip or large block implementation Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Silicon-proven tapeout experience Key Attributes Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills Effective communicator in both written and verbal contexts Self-driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities Process-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement Ability to work independently and collaboratively Why Join Mentium? At Mentium, you'll be at the forefront of vision AI technology, working alongside a talented team dedicated to innovation. We offer a collaborative environment where your contributions directly influence the development of cutting-edge solutions. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of vision AI.
Benefits: Competitive compensation packages Opportunity to work on diverse, cutting-edge AI projects across a range of industries.401(k)Flexible PTOFull PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

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Level

Lead

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Occupation

Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Industry

Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing

Posted

3 days ago

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