CAD Design Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a senior‑level, hands‑on CAD automation engineer to own and drive the design automation infrastructure that powers Cirrus Logic’s design teams. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping how designs get built—creating and evolving scalable, production‑ready automation solutions that boost productivity, streamline data management, and enforce consistent, reliable design flows.

You’ll collaborate closely with design engineers, CAD teams, and EDA vendors to architect robust automation frameworks, simplify project bring‑up, and enable smooth, efficient execution of complex design flows across multiple programs. Your work will directly impact design velocity, quality, and repeatability at scale.

This role is ideal for engineers who are energized by eliminating workflow friction, building smart automation systems, and turning fragmented processes into clean, efficient, and reusable infrastructure. If you enjoy combining software, methodology, and close collaboration to accelerate silicon development, this role gives you the platform—and ownership—to make a lasting impact.

What you’ll do

This isn’t a maintenance job—this is where you architect smarter workflows, champion new design methodologies, and elevate how an entire organization designs silicon.

You will:

Own and develop CAD automation infrastructure and workflows

Design and implement Python-based automation tools for design flows and data processing

Standardize and automate project setup, directory structures, and environment configuration

Improve design productivity through automation of repetitive tasks and workflows

Support design teams with tool usage, automation, and workflow optimization

Integrate and customize EDA tools to support design requirements

Collaborate with design teams to identify automation opportunities and implement solutions

Develop and maintain regression and validation frameworks for flows and tools

Manage design data, revision control, and release processes

Work with IT on infrastructure to enable scalable job execution and resource utilization

Interface with EDA vendors to resolve tool issues and drive longer-term automation and
methodology improvements

You won’t just support design—you’ll amplify it. Your tools will accelerate silicon development, unlock new capabilities, streamline workflows, and enable Cirrus Logic engineers to do their best work at scale.

What we’re looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, with 7+ years of experience in CAD, design automation, or EDA tools development in a production environment
Strong Python programming skills, with a proven track record of building, maintaining, and scaling production‑quality automation tools
Hands‑on experience with design automation and scripting in semiconductor design environments
Experience using revision control systems such as Git or Perforce to support collaborative, disciplined development
Fluency in Linux and command‑line environments, including scripting, debugging, and automation
Solid understanding of IC design flows and EDA tools, and how automation enables efficient execution at scale
Experience with project setup, environment configuration, and flow deployment across multiple designs
Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to independently debug complex workflow, tooling, and infrastructure issues
Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively across design, CAD, IT, and vendor teams
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with 7+ years of experience supporting design CAD or EDA tools
Experience working with SKILL, Tcl, and/or shell scripting, especially in EDA flow customization
Hands‑on experience with the Cadence design environment and associated analog and digital design tools
Familiarity with job scheduling and compute management systems such as LSF or equivalent
Experience with data processing, reporting, and visualization, enabling insight into flow performance and design metrics
Background in building regression frameworks and automated validation systems to ensure flow quality and stability
Familiarity with PDKs, design databases, data formats, and tapeout flows
Experience supporting analog or mixed‑signal design teams, with an understanding of their unique workflow needs

Benefits That Put You First

At Cirrus Logic, we’re deeply committed to the health, happiness, and long‑term well‑being of our employees and their families. Our benefits are designed to support your life both inside and outside the office—because when you thrive, we all do.

What We Offer:

• Inclusive, competitive medical, Rx, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family well‑supported.
• FSA & HSA options, letting you use pre‑tax dollars for expected—or unexpected—medical expenses.
• Family‑forming benefits, because every path to parenthood deserves support.
• On‑site Medical Clinic, providing convenient care right at work.
• 13 paid holidays to help you recharge throughout the year.
• 17 days of PTO, giving you the flexibility to take time when you need it.
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with employer matching, helping you invest in your financial future from day one.
• Free snacks and refreshments stocked in every office to fuel your day.