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Irvine, CA · On-site

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EDA Engineer (RFIC Engineering)

Redmond, WA · On-site

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SpaceX

EDA Engineer (RFIC Engineering)

Irvine, CA · On-site

EDA ENGINEER (RFIC ENGINEERING) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and ... The role focuses on keeping EDA tools reliable, PDK and flow usage reproducible, and designers ...

SpaceX

EDA Engineer (RFIC Engineering)

Redmond, WA · On-site

EDA ENGINEER (RFIC ENGINEERING) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and ... The role focuses on keeping EDA tools reliable, PDK and flow usage reproducible, and designers ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for pdk engineer in the United States is $107,282.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PDK engineer?

A PDK (Process Design Kit) Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and validating process design kits used in semiconductor design and fabrication. They work closely with foundries, design teams, and EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tool vendors to ensure accurate models, rule files, and automation scripts for technology nodes. PDK Engineers play a crucial role in optimizing design flow, ensuring manufacturability, and improving process efficiency in semiconductor development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PDK engineer?

To thrive as a PDK Engineer, you need a strong background in semiconductor physics, process technology, and electronic design automation (EDA), typically with a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Experience with tools like Cadence Virtuoso, Mentor Graphics, and proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and TCL are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and attention to detail set candidates apart in this highly collaborative role. These skills and qualities are critical for ensuring accurate and efficient delivery of Process Development Kits, which are essential for successful semiconductor design flows.

What are some typical challenges faced by PDK engineers in their daily work?

PDK Engineers often face the challenge of ensuring that design kits remain compatible with rapidly evolving process technologies and EDA tool updates. They must carefully balance accuracy and performance when validating, debugging, and documenting PDK components, often under tight project timelines. Collaboration with process engineers, design teams, and EDA tool vendors is essential to resolve technical issues and ensure seamless integration. This dynamic environment requires adaptability and strong troubleshooting skills to deliver reliable PDKs that meet the evolving needs of semiconductor designers.

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Foundry PDK / Collateral Integration Engineer (CAD/EDA)

Richardson, TX • On-site

Micron
Semiconductor and Electronic Component Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 159 rated electronics manufacturers

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

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Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Introduction:
The Advanced Packaging Technology Development (APTD) team at Micron drives the technologies that enable the AI era. We work handson with global R&D, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to turn breakthrough ideas into productionready solutions. Our work sits at the intersection of innovation, scale, and realworld impact-and collaboration is how we win

Position Overview:

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, and High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) is at the center of that transformation. As a Senior or Staff Engineer on the Dry Etch R&D team, you will play a key role in developing and scaling plasmabased etch processes that enable nextgeneration packaging technologies. This role offers deep technical ownership, broad crossfunctional collaboration, and the opportunity to influence longterm technology roadmaps from early research through highvolume manufacturing.

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Are you eager to be a pioneer in AI and semiconductor breakthroughs? At Micron, we invite a passionate Staff Engineer, Collateral Integration Engineer to join our upbeat group. This opportunity offers the chance to work on innovative technology within a team-oriented environment that values your individual contributions!

Key Responsibilities

Collateral Acquisition & Access Control

  • Coordinate secure download of foundry collateral (e.g., TSMC PDKs, IP bundles) from approved channels
  • Track delivery schedules and completeness of collateral versus plan
  • Enforce NDA and access-control policies for restricted foundry data
PDK Installation & Environment Setup
  • Install and configure PDKs, rule decks, models, and libraries in standardized environments
  • Align toolchain versions with foundry recommendations
  • Maintain directory structures and environment setup for multi-node support

Validation & Testing (Core Responsibility)

  • Complete PDK validation pipeline:
Unit testing (DRC/LVS/ERC/PERC, models, libraries)1. Smoke testing of end-to-end CAD flows Regression testing versus prior PDK releases
  • Confirm that all validation checkpoints are satisfied before transferring to establish teams
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.

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