IC Layout Technician at II-VI Aerospace & Defense in Sherman, Texas

Job Description:

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with chip designers, process engineers and process integration engineers to understand the design requirements.
• Translate design requirements into physical layouts using CAD tool.
• Perform basic verification tasks including DRC and LVS
• Optimize layouts for performance, size, and manufacturability.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of layout methodologies and best practices.
• Document layout process steps and design decisions for future reference and process improvement.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to improve circuit designs and layout procedures.

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience
• Minimum HS Diploma or equivalent

• Proficiency in layout CAD tool such as Silvaco Expert
• Proficiency in automating layout related tasks through scripting (Java Script, Python)
• Contribute to the development and improvement of layout methodologies and best practices.
• Document layout process steps and design decisions for future reference and process improvement.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to improve circuit designs and layout procedures.
• Good written/oral communication skill.
• Fluency in MS - Excel, Word.
• Strong interpersonal, teaming, and problem-solving skills.
• Work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp.

• Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated
• Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements

• Work in a class 100/1000 clean room for extended periods
• Wear full cleanroom attire (smock, mask, etc.)
• Work with and/or around chemicals (such as solids and acids)
• Stand for up to 4 hours at a time
• Lift up to 16-30 Pounds
• Push/Pull up to 16-30 pounds
• Sit for up to 4 hours at a time

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Job Summary: The IC Layout Technician works to translate IC design schematics, layout specification documents into physical layouts with CAD tools. The technician in this position has a good understanding of the design requirements and constraints, process related design rules for physical layouts. The technician can also perform design rule checks, layout vs schematics to ensure error-free layouts. The technician can also document design decisions in detail and contribute to layout improvement for better device performance, manufacturability and yields. Proficiency in automating layout related tasks through scripting is an important part of this job.