TSMC · 1 day ago
Power Distribution Network (PDN) Expert - 3DIC/HPC (7090)
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expTSMC is at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, and they are seeking a PDN expert to accelerate the development of advanced power distribution solutions for next-generation products. The role involves identifying bottlenecks, defining design flows, and collaborating with various teams to deliver robust solutions that support TSMC’s HPC roadmap.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingProduct DesignSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Review and analyze current PDN reference flows and test vehicles; identify weaknesses and propose design improvements
Develop and validate PDN topologies and voltage regulator integration strategies for advanced 3DIC/HPC products
Collaborate with R&D, advanced packaging, and decoupling capacitance teams to ensure new solutions are manufacturable and scalable
Work closely with EDA vendors (Cadence, Synopsys, Ansys) to enable and certify PDN design and analysis flows
Provide end-to-end ownership of PDN design flow development and reference methodologies for internal and external customers
Mentor junior engineers on PDN concepts and high-power design practices
Qualification
Required
Master's/PhD in Electrical Engineering with at least 15 years of working experience with specialization in power distribution networks, voltage regulators, or electromagnetics
Proven experience designing PDNs for high-power systems (≥42 W/mm²)
Familiarity with best PDN payout theory and practices, voltage regulator design, in-package integration, and decoupling capacitor technologies, and usage
Proficiency with EDA tools and interfacing languages (Tcl, Python): Cadence: Allegro, Virtuoso, Sigrity, Voltus; Ansys: HFSS, RedHawk
Strong problem-solving ability with capacity to investigate bottlenecks and propose actionable solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work across technical and business teams
Preferred
Research or patents in PDN layout, voltage regulators, inductor technologies, or decoupling capacitance improvements
Experience with EDA flow development or building analysis tools
Programming skills (C/C++, Python, TCL, SKILL, Perl) for automation and data exchange
Knowledge of distributed voltage regulator coordination techniques (aka ganging) for large PDN designs
Benefits
Market competitive pay
Allowances
Bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Extensive development opportunities and programs
Company
TSMC
Established in 1987, TSMC is the world's first dedicated semiconductor foundry.
10001+ employees
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Morris Chang
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Senior Vice President
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