• Sr. CAD Engineer 2

    Skyworks (Cedar Rapids, IA)


    Sr. CAD Engineer 2

     

    Date:Oct 20, 2025

     

    Company: Skyworks

     

    If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

     

    At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

     

    Requisition ID: 76411

    Description

    Skyworks’ Cedar Rapids design center is seeking a Sr. CAD Engineer 2 responsible for supporting the Layout Team with innovative automation techniques across commercial/standard processes such as bulk CMOS/SOI/SiGe. Our team works on fast paced, exciting projects across multiple sites and disciplines, with plenty of opportunities to make a lasting impact!

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    Responsibilities

    • Work closely with the PDK team to utilize Calibre and custom scripts to solve DRC, LVS, and PEX errors

    • Work with domestic and international design engineering and layout teams across multiple design centers in different time zones

    • Provide and maintain custom scripts and Applications to support the MSB Layout Group

    • Collaborate with IP, Layout, Foundry, other CAD teams to create meaningful and encompassing solutions to IC Design and Layout problems

    • Instruct Designers and Layout Engineers on new tools and methodologies beneficial to the IC design and tape out process

    • Construct multi-platform tools to track Layout and CAD related projects and maintain updates from Designers and Layout Engineers

    • Regularly meet with Layout Engineers to discover and evaluate new methodologies and tools to increase productivity and performance

     

    Required Experience and Skills

     

    • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent a plus

    • Minimum five years’ of applicable experience

    • Minimum 3+ years of experience in the layout of integrated circuits including the ability to place and route active and passive devices

    • Good understanding of semiconductor processes and structures, like CMOS FETs, capacitors, resistors etc.

    • Knowledge of PDK development and updates

    • Proven experience and competency using Cadence Virtuoso and SkillCAD tools

    • Proven ability to interpret DRC, ERC, LVS, ANTENNA using the Calibre verification tool and to read electrical schematics and netlists

    • Skilled at solving Cadence related problems using Python, Skill, or PERL

    • Ability to work effectively with team members locally and globally at all levels of the organization

     

    The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $91,200 - $177,200 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

     

    Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

     

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