Full-Time

IC Package Design Engineer

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Apple

Apple

10,001+ employees

Designs and sells consumer electronics and software

VR & AR
Consumer Software
Fintech
Consumer Goods

Mid

Austin, TX, USA

Category
Hardware Engineering
Electronic Hardware Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Perl
Cadence Allegro
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Proven fundamentals in the electrical/material/thermal/ or mechanical engineering field(s).
  • Familiarity with various sophisticated package configurations and assembly/substrate technology (wirebond, POP, etc.).
  • Experience in package design and proficient in Cadence Allegro platform tools (PCB Editor, Advanced Package Designer, APD/SiP) or Mentor Xpedition platform tools.
  • Basic understanding in some SI/PI tools (XtractIM, PowerSI, HFSS, Q3D, etc.), package model extraction, S-parameters and RLGC model.
  • Basic knowledge of substrate manufacturing process, structure, design rules and material property.
  • Proven understanding of high-speed interfaces, including DDR, PCIe, NAND, etc.
  • Exposure to Unix environment, scripting languages (PERL, Python, TCL and or shell) and methodology.
  • Familiarity with CAM350/Valor or Calibre and CAD and experience with package design reviews.
  • Knowledge of high-speed layout constraints (crosstalk mitigation, differential pairs, EMI/RFI, PCB/package resonance).
  • Design experience with RFIC and 5G packages, SIP or module schematic and layout design experience.
  • Solid understanding of Design Rules Check and Design for Manufacturing.
Responsibilities
  • Implement the physical design of packages and modules for SoC, Memory, RF and cellular chips.
  • Interface and coordinate with multi-functional groups throughout Apple on new product package/SiP/module feasibility analysis, design and selection.
  • Define and develop design verification and automation strategy to strengthen and streamline package design as well as release flows.
  • Work multi-functionally to optimize package pin out.
  • Perform extraction of S-parameters and package RLGC model.
  • Ensure package design is optimized with SI/PI requirements.
  • Drive methodology, innovations, and efficiency improvements in package design together with vendors and developers on feature development and bug resolution.
  • Explore, evaluate and develop new CAD tool, design and verification flow.
  • Partner with Silicon PD team to optimize chip Floorplan and bump placement, and minimize package size.

Apple Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of technology products and services, including iPhones, iPads, Mac computers, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs. The company also offers services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple Pay. Its products work together seamlessly, providing users with a cohesive experience across devices. Apple differentiates itself from competitors through its integrated approach, which combines hardware and software, and its focus on high-quality design and user experience. The company aims to enhance customer loyalty and expand its market presence, particularly in financial services with offerings like the Apple Card and trade-in programs that promote sustainability.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$619.1K

Headquarters

Cupertino, California

Founded

1976

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