Integrated Circuit Design Engineer
しゅうせきかいろせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
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Summary
Technical position responsible for circuit design of semiconductor chips, handling everything from logic synthesis to physical design and verification.
Description
Integrated circuit design engineers handle the design to realize semiconductor chip functions using digital and analog circuits. They perform RTL design using HDL descriptions, logic synthesis, timing analysis, power consumption optimization, etc., and also conduct simulations and physical design (layout and routing) using EDA tools (Cadence, Synopsys, etc.), as well as considerations for DFT (design for testability). They ensure both quality assurance and mass production feasibility through verification considering manufacturing process constraints and FPGA prototyping. Applications in cutting-edge fields such as AI chips, low-power consumption circuits, and high-speed communication ICs are progressing.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of cutting-edge fields such as AI, IoT, and 5G, demand for miniaturization and low-power design technologies is increasing. The growth of fabless semiconductor companies and opportunities to participate in global projects are also expected to expand.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Patient / Strong logical thinking
Work Style
Design Contracting / Fabless Companies / Flexitime / Remote / Semiconductor Manufacturing
Career Path
Junior IC Design Engineer → Senior IC Design Engineer → Circuit Architect → Tech Lead → Project Manager → Semiconductor Engineering Manager
Required Skills
EDA Tool Operation / HDL / Logic Synthesis and Timing Analysis / SPICE Simulation / Semiconductor Physics
Recommended Skills
DFT / English (Technical Document Reading) / FPGA Prototyping / Low-Power Design / Scripting Languages / Signal and Power Integrity Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Required for systematically designing and verifying circuit configurations and logical operations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute design errors can lead to manufacturing defects. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to keep up with the evolution of semiconductor processes and EDA tool technologies. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical methods are used in high-precision analog design and timing analysis. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to investigate and resolve circuit malfunctions is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work. |
Aliases
- ASIC Engineer
- Custom IC Design Engineer
- IC Design Engineer
- LSI Design Engineer
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