ESD and LUP Engineer

About This Role

• Role Overview: We are seeking a senior-level engineer to lead Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) and Latch-Up (LUP) Prevention development for complex integrated circuits on advanced process nodes.
• This role requires a deep understanding of device physics and the ability to develop robust protection strategies for high-voltage and high-speed applications.
• Key Responsibilities Circuit Design : Design and implement protection circuits for ESD across a diverse range of IC devices, including high-voltage (HV) structures and general purpose IOs.
• Rule Development : Establish and refine ESD and LUP rules for new process nodes, focusing on high-voltage test structures and silicon validation.
• Customer Consultation : Review customer specifications to determine optimal protection strategies and provide technical guidance to internal design teams and external partners.
• Verification & Simulation : Direct and perform test procedures in the lab to verify that protection schemes meet performance targets.
• Failure Analysis : Lead the debugging and resolution of testing failures identified during production qualification or from field returns.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Coordinate with CAD/Software teams to integrate ESD/LUP flows into standardized design environments.
• Required Qualifications Technical Expertise : Strong fundamental understanding of device physics and semiconductor reliability.
• Industry Experience : Proven experience in hardware engineering, M.S. in engineering or related field and at least 10 years work experience.
• Tools Proficiency : Experience with industry-standard EDA tools for verification (e.g., Calibre PERC, Ansys PathFinder).
• Communication Skills : Excellent ability to communicate complex technical trade-offs to middle management and customers.
• Additional Job Description: Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is $127,100 - $203,400.
• As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth.
• All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
• Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time.
• The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
• We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
• If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.