Mixed Signal IC Layout Designer - Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Originally posted 1 April 2026 by the employer — open 162 days.

About the role

This role involves the implementation and development of layout tools and processes, supporting design engineers and physical design engineers. You will focus on layout design for analog and mixed-signal circuitry.

What you'll do

• Solve layout design issues and apply proactive intervention.
• Proactively work with design engineers to achieve efficient circuit performance.
• Design analog & mixed-signal layouts.
• Understand device matching techniques.
• Understand signal conditioning/protection techniques.
• Perform routing at the block level and chip top-level using assisted/automated tools.

What you'll need

• Associate’s degree in electronic / IC layout CAD specialisation or related program and proven experience of IC layout design.
• Ability to layout analog circuitry in a size/time constrained environment.
• Understand layout techniques such as common centroid, matching, isolation, shielding, and the use of dummy devices.
• Solid understanding of ESD, Latch-up, STI, WPE, electro-migration, IR drop, cross-coupling capacitance, DFM, and Antenna effect.
• Proficiency in floor planning activities with block assembly, and block-level routing.
• LVS trouble shooting and debug skills.

Nice to have

• BSc Degree in Electronics Engineering or related program.
• Comfortable with multiple IC design CAD tools and foundry PDKs.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute ideas for improved efficiency and automation of layout tasks.
• Knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal fundamentals.

Skills: mixed-signal layouts, device matching, floor planning, LVS trouble shooting, block-level routing