Senior Engineer - ECAD Library Development (Altium & Automation)

Renesas is a global semiconductor company providing hardware and software solutions for a range of cutting-edge technologies including self-driving cars, robots, automated factory equipment, and smart home applications. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of the electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas is a global, multi-billion dollar; publicly-traded company headquartered in Japan, and has subsidiaries in 20 countries worldwide. Renesas is a dynamic, multi-cultural technology company where employees learn, mentor, innovate and thrive. Renesas is extending our share in fast-growing data economy-related markets such as infrastructure and data center, and strengthening our presence in the industrial/IOT and automotive segments. Our solutions drive products developed by major innovators around the world. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Engineer - ECAD Library Development to lead the development, review, automation, and release of ECAD models supporting semiconductor product launches. The role requires strong expertise in Altium Designer, semiconductor package interpretation, ECAD library management, and automation-driven productivity improvements.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and release ECAD Symbols, PCB Footprints, and 3D Models using Altium Designer.; Support NPI activities by delivering high-quality ECAD models within launch schedules.; Verify datasheets, package drawings, pin mapping, alternate functions, electrical types, and IPC-compliant land patterns.; Develop packages including QFN, DFN, LGA, LQFP, QFP, BGA, CSP, WLCSP, SOP, SSOP, and TSSOP.; Drive ECAD quality through design reviews, standardization, and continuous process improvements.; Collaborate with global Business Units, Product Engineering teams, and external vendors.; Support web-library releases and configuration management activities.; Mentor junior engineers and lead technical reviews.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience with Altium Designer.; Expertise in ECAD Symbol, Footprint, and 3D Model Development.; Good understanding of IPC-7351, PCB manufacturing, and semiconductor package standards.; Ability to interpret datasheets, package outlines, and pin-function tables.; Experience in pin mapping validation, electrical type verification, and quality reviews.; Knowledge of Python, Altium Scripting, VBA, or automation tools.; Familiarity with Jira, Excel-based tracking, and ECAD library release workflows.

Nice to have

Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics, Electrical, or related Engineering.; Experience in semiconductor ECAD library development.; Exposure to automation-driven ECAD development and large component library management.; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.; Ability to handle multiple NPI projects simultaneously.; Effective communication and collaboration with global teams.; Passion for quality, automation, and continuous improvement.