Lithography Mask Designer

Role Overview: As a Lithography Mask Designer at our company, your main responsibility will be to create, optimize, and automate lithography mask layouts to ensure precision and efficiency in advanced manufacturing environments. You will be an integral part of our semiconductor development processes, supporting the translation of device requirements into mask layouts in collaboration with process engineers and product designers. Key Responsibilities: - Design and generate lithography masks for semiconductor devices using industry-standard tools such as Cadence, KLayout, and Calibre. Knowledge of DW2000 would be a significant advantage. - Develop and maintain scripts or software tools to automate mask generation, validation, and data handling. - Perform design rule checks (DRC), layout vs. schematic (LVS) verification, and other validation steps. - Manage version control and documentation of mask data and related scripts. - Support continuous improvement initiatives in mask creation workflows. - Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Qualifications Required: - Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field. - Experience in lithography mask design and layout tools such as KLayout, Cadence Virtuoso, and Calibre. Knowledge of DW2000 is a plus. - Strong programming skills in languages like Python, TCL, SKILL, or similar. - Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes and design rules, including experience with automation of layout generation or verification processes. - Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Good communication skills. Note: Hitachi Energy values safety and integrity, and expects you to take responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business. If you have a disability and require accommodations during the job application process, please complete a general inquiry form on our website to request reasonable accommodations.,