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Research In Motion Limited® (RIM)® is a world leader in the mobile communications market and has a history of developing breakthrough wireless solutions. RIM's portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies is used by thousands of organizations around the world and includes the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools and software/hardware licensing agreements. RIM is seeking driven individuals who can take our wireless data products to the next level in the global wireless market. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of mobile communications with RIM? POSITION SUMMARY location is in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Reporting into the Manager of Quality Support the successful candidate will maintain and improve the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Control Program within RIM Manufacturing and Global Repair Services operations. The ESD Specialist will work regularly with many other manufacturing departments including Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Organizational Development, Purchasing, Facilities, IT, Health and Safety, and Training. RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct audits and process monitoring of manufacturing and repair services operations to evaluate, measure, and analyze ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) process controls, including contract manufacturers and component suppliers. Conduct evaluations, testing and analysis of materials, components, tools, and processes with respect to ESD design and process controls. Continuous review of industry requirements and standards and ensure RIM Manufacturing Policies are current to meet these. Review of new parts , materials ,products and equipment fixtures to ensure ESD compliance and work with component engineering in New parts and product introductions to ensure manufacturing process are adequately equipped and designed to meet the ESD requirements Facilitate understanding of ESD control principles and theory within RIM manufacturing, repair services, EMS partners, and component suppliers through training and other communication systems. Maintain calibration processes for ESD instrumentation and systems. Support for FA on electrical failures which could be related to ESD/EOS causes. Design, maintain, and improve automated systems to increase efficiency and reliability of ESD process controls. Maintain relationships with ESD equipment suppliers to provide RIM manufacturing and repair services organizations with world class supplies of ESD tools, materials, and skill sets. Some travel required. Qualifications ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in computer or wireless communications field (e.g. computer engineering, electrical engineering, systems design engineering, or computer science) Solid understanding of electrostatic fundamentals (Maxwell's equations, transient electrostatic phenomena, simulation) 3-5 Years of Related Work Experience Solid understanding of computer architectures (computer systems design, operating systems, interface technologies) Experience implementing and employing international engineering standards (ANSI, IEC, ISO). Demonstrated ability working with electrostatic laboratory equipment (high-speed digital oscilloscopes, electrometers, high-voltage power supplies) and equipment communication interfaces. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including demonstrated ability creating and delivering oral presentations, and authoring engineering reports. ADDITIONAL ASSETS Experience developing, maintaining, and auditing quality management systems Experience with software development (Java, C/C++, VB) Experience in robotics and control systems Experience developing ESD (Elecrostatic discharge) control programs Project management experience If you're driven to take wireless technologies to the next level, it's time you join the team at RIM. We offer a challenging environment that fosters creativity and rewards excellence. Employees also have use of our award winning BlackBerry! © 2010 Research In Motion Limited. All Rights Reserved. The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties of Research In Motion Limited. RIM, BlackBerry, "Always On, Always Connected" and the "envelope in motion" symbol are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries. If this opportunity is of interest to you and you would like to be considered, please apply online. If this opportunity does not match your career aspirations, we are still interested in knowing about you. We would encourage you to submit a general profile and sign-up for our automatic email notifier. This will allow us to contact you should an opportunity come up that matches your preferences. Please note that only those applicants who apply on-line will be considered. For a list of all current opportunities, please visit www.rim.com/careers. Posted 6/10/2010

Senior ESD Design Engineer Silicon Labs – Austin, TX Summary: Advanced development and testing of ESD protection schemes for a wide variety of semiconductor processes. Expected to play a lead role in the ESD function. Essential Functions: • Evaluates various ESD protection network choices and how they influence and interact with I/O circuits. • Debugs protection problems and develops debug strategies. • Executes according to pre-determined ESD approaches and parameters and develops new concepts. • Oversees and mentors other engineers in either a technical or project lead role. Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: A technology-related bachelor's degree or equivalent training and 8 years of related experience. An advanced degree may reduce the minimum experience required. Graduate coursework is desirable. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Advanced knowledge of on-chip ESD protection circuit design • Advanced knowledge of CAD design tools such as Cadence and SPICE • Thorough understanding of semiconductor process masking steps and processing modules • Advanced knowledge of ESD relevant device physics such as snapback and other high-level injection phenomenon/device operations • Understanding of Latch Up (LU) mechanisms and abatement strategies • Experience with understanding, specifying and reviewing FA results for SEM, light emission, OBIRCH/TIVA, FIB, etc. • Fully familiar with industry ESD test standards and latest developments. • Advanced laboratory measurement skills (analog and digital) • Familiarity with quality systems documentation and procedures • Excellent written and verbal presentation skills. Interested candidates should send their resume to: Mike Anderson mike.anderson@silabs.com Posted 5/17/2010

Accelerate Your Future...Be Part of the Foundry of the Future Become part of GLOBALFOUNDRIES Singapore We are looking for motivated and skilled people who want to be part of a diverse and global organisation that is reshaping the landscape of the foundry industry. GLOBALFOUNDRIES is the world’s true global foundry. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California with manufacturing operations in Singapore, Germany and soon to open, New York; GLOBALFOUNDRIES has a diverse, international workforce united to become the foundry of choice for the world’s leading fabless companies and integrated device manufacturers (IDM). With a strong market position, technology leadership, and financial staying power, GLOBALFOUNDRIES is well positioned to succeed in the growing foundry industry. GLOBALFOUNDRIES Singapore (formerly Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Ltd) is one of the key manufacturing and operation sites for GLOBALFOUNDRIES. With 200mm and 300mm wafer manufacturing facilities, GLOBALFOUNDRIES Singapore provides a diverse product portfolio to address the mainstream technologies and advanced technology down to 40nm processes. In addition, to manufacturing, GLOBALFOUNDRIES Singapore houses corporate functions in Design Enablement, Marketing, Customer Engineering, Enterprise IT, and Customer Support. Tapping on a world-wide workforce, GLOBALFOUNDRIES has an open environment that values diversity in culture, ideas, and people. So come join us and realize your potential and be part of a global organization that offers opportunities, a vision, and an environment for success. Be part of GLOBALFOUNDRIES Singapore. TD - Senior Engineer / Engineer (ESD) (Singapore) Responsibilities: Senior Engineer Assist in the ESD and LU development support for various technology nodes The job scope will include extensive test chip design and layout, spice model development, circuit simulations, layout verification, design database preparation and documentation The job scope includes R&D on new and optimized ESD solutions from a foundry perspective In this position, the staff will be support cross functionally teams such as IO design and ESD library development Other responsibilities will include: Investigates and develops solution for highly complex circuit level ESD problems Learn and evolve in any other skills and tools required to achieve challenging ESD development goals including automation, and new research areas Publish in relevant peer reviewed journal and conferences Actively pursue patent development Engineer The engineer will actively pursue ESD device development and assessment of ESD and LU performance of various technologies The responsibilities include device definition, characterization of the ESD devices using DC, pulsed and RF testers, latch up characterization, documentation and reporting, assist internal process owners for the ESD and LU rule definition Other responsibilities include: As required, explore the need to modify any given processes, procedures or methods to develop new solutions for the foundry and its customers Continuously research and potentially develop new test methods and charactersation approaches. Publish in relevant peer reviewed journal and conferences Actively pursue patent development Requirements: Phd or Masters Degree in Physics 2 to 5 years of relevant working experience Senior Engineer Good and demonstrated knowledge in device layout, circuit design, custom layout, and IO design Well versed in circuit design and layout tools (such as those from cadence or Mentor) Analog circuit and RF design knowledge is a plus Engineer Good knowledge of microelectronics and semiconductor device physics Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in ESD protection design and analysis using pulsed/ ESD testers, and device design Experience in HV device physics, compact model simulation, and product engineering is valuable Candidate is required to have exceptional technical skills combined with evidence of motivation to work in ESD and LU reliability area Open and willing to listen to internal and external customer concerns and willing to go an extra mile to help customers succeed in their efforts to achieve required ESD and LU performance targets Fluency in English language is a must, with good comprehension capability Ability to handle anyone with a pleasant attitude and willingness to share/mentor colleagues We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Interested applicants, please apply through vivienlye@globalfoundries.com Posted 1-29-2010


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Name: Leo G. Henry
Position Wanted: ESD Professional who can work in the following disciplines: Engineer, Consultant, Test or Reliability.
Contact: leogesd@pacbell.net
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Name: Arnold J. Steinman
Position Wanted: Electrostatics Consultant
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