Digital Circuit Design Engineer
でじたるかいろせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
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Summary
Technical role supporting productization by handling logic design, verification, and physical design for integrated circuits such as ASICs and FPGAs.
Description
Digital circuit design engineers describe digital logic for ASICs and FPGAs using hardware description languages (Verilog/VHDL), perform verification through simulation, logic synthesis, timing analysis, physical routing design (layout), and DFT (design for testability) to generate manufacturing data. They engage in requirements definition, specification review, and coordination with other departments (devices, software, manufacturing processes), achieving high-performance and low-power circuits. They also handle operations of design tools and EDA environments, as well as post-manufacturing issue analysis, and are required to balance quality improvement and productization.
Future Outlook
With the expanding demand for high-performance, low-power semiconductors for IoT and AI, job openings are steadily increasing. Expertise in advanced process design, 3D ICs, and heterogeneous integration technologies will further enhance market value.
Personality Traits
Good at logical thinking / Has motivation to learn new technologies / Meticulous and emphasizes accuracy / Persistent in problem-solving
Work Style
Companies with Flextime System / Contract Development / In-House Development / Office Work / Partial Remote Work Possible
Career Path
Junior Digital Circuit Designer → Senior Digital Circuit Designer → Chip Design Leader → Hardware Architect → Design Manager
Required Skills
Circuit Simulation / Hardware Description Language / Logic Synthesis Tools / Physical Routing Design / Timing Analysis
Recommended Skills
Low Power Design / Reading English Technical Documents / Scripting Languages / SystemVerilog/UVM
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The ability to accurately construct the structure of logic circuits is essential. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor design mistakes can lead to functional failures or large-scale rework. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Motivation to learn is necessary to adapt to the evolution of EDA tools and semiconductor processes. |
| Problem Solving | High problem-solving skills are required for defect analysis during verification and timing adjustments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical load is low. |
Aliases
- ASIC Design Engineer
- Digital Hardware Design Engineer
- FPGA Design Engineer
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