About the role

AI summarised

The Staff Packaging SI Engineer performs electromagnetic extraction and signal integrity simulations on IC package interconnects, PCBs, and power delivery networks using industry-standard tools. They collaborate with package design, IP, and PCB engineers to optimize electrical performance and verify system impact targets. The role includes hands-on lab measurements, documentation of simulation flows, and engagement with suppliers to advance packaging technology for high-speed applications.

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Key Responsibilities

Perform electromagnetic extractions on interconnects in IC Packages and PCBs using tools such as Ansys HFSS, Q3D, SIWave, etc.
Perform signal integrity circuit simulations on parallel digital interfaces such as DDR, analog SerDes channels and Power Delivery Networks (PDN) using tools such as ADS, Ansys Designer or HSpice
Work closely with IC Package Design engineers for electrical design optimization of Packaging Interconnects and PDN
Work closely with IP owners, chip leads, package and PCB design engineers to optimize Bump/Ball maps of IPs and SoCs and verify that package electrical performance meets intended system impact targets
Perform frequency and time domain lab measurements on silicon die, bare substrates, PCBs and systems, often using micro probe stations
Contribute to the documentation of the simulation / extraction flows and Design Guidelines
Interface with substrate and assembly suppliers through the packaging team to help drive packaging technology improvement for electrical performance, such as 2.5D Integration and Substrates for high-speed applications

Requirements

MS in EE with 6+ years of experience or Ph.D. in EE with 3+ years of experience or BS in EE with 8+ years of experience in Signal Integrity / Power Integrity Analysis and Interconnect Design Optimization for Electrical Performance
Solid knowledge in Interconnect Electromagnetics, Transmission Line Theory and Circuit Theory
Power user of Ansys HFSS, Q3D, SIWave and/or Cadence Sigrity Power SI
Power user of Ansys Designer, HSpice or Agilent ADS
Working knowledge of Cadence APD and AutoCAD
Hands-on lab measurement experience with VNA, TDR System & Oscilloscopes, preferably with micro-probe stations
Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills; attention to details in engineering analysis and project management