Sr. Staff Electrical Design Engineer, Silicon Characterization

Job Description

Impinj is seeking a Sr. Staff Electrical Design Engineer to specialize in silicon characterization. The successful candidate will perform and coordinate lab-based probe station device characterization projects, ensuring adherence to schedules. This role requires daily work in a semiconductor R&D lab within a fast-paced design team.

Role involves:

• Conducting device characterization testing using semiconductor parameter analyzers.
• Streamlining characterization and debug processes through automation and scripting.
• Collaborating with Process, Analog, and Digital IC design teams.
• Developing process characterization wafer testing flows.
• Troubleshooting device characterization debug issues.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of hands-on semiconductor lab experience.
• Understanding of IC design, layout, and DRC/LVS constraints.
• Operational knowledge of Bipolar and MOS devices.
• Experience in test scripting automation (Python, Perl, C++, etc.).
• Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Wafer fab flow and processing knowledge.
• Experience using Tektronix KCON or Agilent EasyExpert Device Char software.
• Experience using MicroManipulator or FormFactor/CascadeTech semi-automated probers.
• Competence in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of radio frequency (RF) principles.

Role offers:

• Competitive benefits.
• Support for remote work or a desk with a view.