Position Description: At ForwardEdge ASIC we specialize in best-in-class ASIC technology, 100% domestically traceable microelectronic solutions designed for performance in commercial, aerospace, defense, and security sectors. FEASIC operates a full-scale ASIC design shop with cross-disciplinary fluency between digital logic, analog/mixed-signal design, and physical layout, and sits at the intersection of advanced ASIC, FPGA, and microelectronics design. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, we combine the agility of a startup with the stability and scale of a Fortune 100 leader. We operate in a nimble, fast-paced environment of 80+ highly experienced and specialized engineers with over 25 years of ASIC/FPGA experience and more than 300 patents. Position SummaryWe are looking for highly experienced ASIC Physical Design / Static Time Analysis (PD/STA) Engineer to work onsite in our St. Paul, MN office to support ASICs, IPs and Chiplet designs. This role is targeted at senior level candidates who can operate with a high degree of RTL2GDS PD implementation and sign-off for tape out.Key Responsibilities โข Lead and collaborate with Analog, Verification, Logic and Physical design team members on all design implementation aspects from Synthesis to Tape-Out of various IPs, test chips and SoC/ASIC designs. โข Lead with hands-on experience with synthesis, block and chip level implementation with industry standard PnR, STA and EMIR flows and toolsโข Lead end-to-end timing closure at block/chip levels including MCMM flows and ECO flows โข Collaborate with cross functional teams to problem solve solutions across new and changing tools, flows and methodologiesโข Mentor junior and senior PD engineers through technical reviews, methodology guidance, and hands-on support.โข Improve productivity through automation, infrastructure, and methodology enhancements.โข Support project planning by identifying risks, tracking progress, and communicating status to technical and program leadership.Qualifications โข BS in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or 15 years of experience in related field or MS in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or 12 years of experience in related field or Ph.D. with 8 years of experience in related fieldโข Experience in advanced technology nodes and understanding of deep sub-micron design problems/solutions and ability to drive design closure in a fast-paced environmentโข Strong experience in SOC/ASIC design flows, tools and methodologies.โข Knowledge of low power design flows such as power gating, multi-Vt, Voltage scaling techniquesโข Excellent understanding of logic design fundamentals and gate/transistor level implementationโข Strong programming skills in Tcl/Perl/Shell/Pythonโข Effective communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.What We Offerโข Work-Life Balance: Flexible 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday offโข Competitive Comp & Benefits: Healthcare and medical coverage options, 401(k) retirement benefits with company contribution, generous holidays and PTOโข Incentives: Eligibility for short-term and long-term incentive programsJoin ForwardEdge ASIC and be part of a team that thrives on innovation and excellence in ASIC design. Together, we build the technology that enables a safer, more resilient world. $200,000.00 - $220,000.00 Annually