Apple

Designs phones, computers and their operating systems

Experienced ESD Engineer

Silicon & ASIC DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMunich, GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree and 10 or more years of relevant industry experience are required.
Proficiency in English is required.
Deep understanding of transistor device characteristics is preferred.
Solid understanding of models used for testing ESD, including HBM, CDM, MM, and IEC-61000-4-2, is preferred.
Knowledge of state-of-the-art ESD circuit design techniques and topologies is preferred.
Hands-on experience with design and layout EDA tools, including Virtuoso, Calibre, and Allegro, is preferred.
Knowledge of ESD checking tools such as PERC and Pathfinder is preferred.
Experience with silicon processes used for high voltage, RF, or advanced ASICs is preferred.
Experience with ESD/LUP test and characterization equipment is preferred.
Ability to take initiative, collaborate, own responsibilities, work productively, and meet challenging deadlines is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Work in a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality on-chip IPs that are immune to ESD/EOS and latch-up events.
Ensure ESD-robust designs with minimum cost to mission-mode functions.
Define the ESD methodology for all silicon developed by Apple and specify chip- and IP-level ESD requirements.
Design ESD protection devices and circuits to meet design requirements.
Develop test structures to characterize silicon for ESD/LUP properties.
Develop design rules based on silicon characterization data.
Collaborate with the 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 sign-off reviews with internal design teams, external vendors, and foundries.
Drive ESD/LUP-related debug activities.

Desired Qualifications

A Master of Science degree and 8 or more years of relevant industry experience are preferred.

Summary

At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. In this highly visible role, you will take ownership of the ESD and Latch-Up requirements of all ICs developed by and for Apple. Your mission is to ensure the silicon is designed to meet Apple's ESD specifications and manufacturing requirements. The role involves working closely with our diverse teams within Apple as well as external vendors. Occasional travel might be required. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Are you excited to build Apple’s products that strive for the highest expectations of quality, innovation and efficiency? We have an opportunity for an especially innovative ESD Designer with strong fundamentals! We are looking forward to having you join our fast growing team and help us deliver on these challenges while enjoying an amazing culture where you lead your career!

Minimum Qualifications

BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience. Proficiency in English language is required.

Preferred Qualifications

MS and 8+ 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. Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

Description

Work in a cross-functional team that delivers high quality on-chip IPs immune to ESD/EOS and latchup events. Ensure ESD robust designs with minimum cost to mission-mode functions.

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.

About the Company

Apple

Designs phones, computers and their operating systems

Apple designs and sells consumer electronics, from iPhone smartphones and Mac computers to tablets and wearable devices. Its operating systems manage apps and built-in functions for communication and work, while iCloud stores files and synchronizes data across devices. Customers buy additional digital services through subscriptions such as Apple Music and Apple TV, and developers distribute software through the App Store. Apple earns money from hardware sales, subscriptions and digital transactions, selling directly to customers and through retailers and mobile carriers around the world. It was founded in 1976 and has its headquarters in Cupertino, California.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Cupertino, CA
Founded: 1976

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