Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Position Summary:

Lead the development and operational support of infrastructure, methodologies, and automation that enable scalable, secure, and traceable management of semiconductor IP and PDK deliverables. Drive consistency and efficiency across IP/PDK development, release, distribution, and lifecycle management by implementing robust data management practices, engineering workflows, and tooling infrastructure in support of design enablement initiatives.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Develop and maintain infrastructure for IP and PDK data management, including revision control, source control, release processes, and traceability
Define and implement IP management workflows, including packaging, versioning, and internal/external distribution
Manage and support IP/PDK release processes, ensuring consistency, documentation, and auditability
Administer and support ticketing/workflow systems for IP and PDK requests, issues, and tracking
Manage EDA tool license servers, including monitoring utilization, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing license allocation
Provide Linux system administration support for engineering environments
Collaborate with design, CAD, and process teams to improve methodology, automation, and usability of PDK/IP deliverables
Develop scripts and automation to improve efficiency, reproducibility, and reliability of infrastructure and flows

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related field.

Minimum 10 years in IP and Design Enablement field.
Experience with revision control and source code management systems.
Experience with Linux system administration and scripting (bash, python, etc.).
Familiarity with semiconductor design flows, PDKs, and IP development environments.
Prior experience supporting engineering infrastructure, tools, or workflows.
US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of, or ability to obtain, a US government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education. Master’s degree in EE, CE, or CS - or equivalent experience.
15 years in IP and Design Enablement field.

Experience with EDA tool environments and license management.
Defining and documenting compliance to design quality standards (ISO, 16949, QML).
Experience with IP/PDK release processes, data packaging, or design enablement methodologies.

The annual salary range for this role is $158,960 - $238,440. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Recruiting@SkyWatertechnology.com.

EOE, including disability/vets

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IP & Design Enablement Infrastructure Engineer