Sr DFT Engineer - Hillsboro, OR
3 days ago

Job description
Sr DFT Engineer (Tessent/IJTAG Specialist) - RemoteFull-time: Salary + Benefits + Bonuses / Contractor
Work Status: US citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
Remote (Anywhere in US)
We are looking for a Senior DFT Engineer to architect and implement advanced test solutions.
This role focuses on high-level customization of Siemens Tessent flows, requiring deep expertise in ICL/PDL development for non-standard test sequences that go beyond default tool deliverables.
Key Responsibilities:Custom Test Sequences:
Author and edit ICL/PDL to support unique hardware instruments and complex IP.
Tessent Integration:
Drive DFT insertion and pattern generation using the Tessent Shell environment.
Pattern Engineering:
Develop custom ATPG patterns and perform gate-level simulations (GLS) to ensure high test coverage.
Silicon Debug:
Support post-silicon bring-up and failure analysis using custom-engineered test sequences.
Required Qualifications:
Expert-level experience with the Siemens Tessent tool suite.
Proven ability to customize PDL/ICL for non-standard test delivery.
Strong background in Scan, ATPG, JTAG, and Hierarchical DFT.
Proficiency in Tcl/Python for flow automation.
5+ years of experience with a track record of successful tape-outs.
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is between $130,000 to $160,000, which also includes a comprehensive benefits package.
- 15 days of PTO per calendar year
- 10 paid Holidays per calendar year
Comprehensive Medical Benefits:
Company covers 80% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
Dental & Vision:
Company covers 50% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
Voluntary Benefits:
Life Insurance, FSA (Health and Dependent, Limited Purpose), HAS, and Gap Insurance
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
- 401k - Traditional & Roth
- Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition reimbursement
Encore Semi, Inc.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, ancestry, marital status, civil union status, medical condition, disability (mental and physical), military and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Encore Semi is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.Similar jobs
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