IP DFT Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mixed-Signal IP DFT Engineer to join our design team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing Design for Test (DFT) strategies for mixed-signal IP blocks, ensuring high test coverage and manufacturability. You will work closely with analog, digital, and verification engineers to deliver robust and testable mixed-signal IP solutions. Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement DFT architectures and methodologies for mixed-signal IP blocks, including scan insertion and test point insertion for digital portions, and test enablement for analog circuits.
Collaborate with analog and digital design teams to ensure DFT requirements are incorporated during IP development.
Perform DFT verification, including ATPG (Automatic Test Pattern Generation), fault simulation, and coverage analysis for digital logic.
Work with Integration DFT teams to integrate IP-level DFT features into larger systems.
Document DFT design, verification, and test procedures for mixed-signal IPs.
Stay current with industry trends and best practices in mixed-signal DFT and testability.

Main Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
2+ years of experience in DFT implementation for mixed-signal or digital IP blocks.
Solid understanding of DFT concepts: scan, JTAG, test point insertion and scan diagnosis.
Experience with DFT/Simulation tools (e.g., Synopsys DFT Compiler, TetraMax/Tessent, VCS, Verdi).
Familiarity with RTL design (Verilog/VHDL) and simulation; understanding of analog design and test concepts.
Experience with ATPG, fault grading, and coverage analysis for digital logic.
Good problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience with silicon debug and production test is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with scripting languages (Perl, Python, Tcl).
Knowledge of sub-system integration and hierarchical DFT.
Familiarity with low-power and mixed-signal design and test challenges.
Experience working in a multi-site, cross-functional team environment.

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