Product Engineer
Siemens EDA, TX, United States
Preston McWithey is a Product Engineer within the Silicon Lifecycle Management group at Siemens EDA. Preston's expertise spans critical areas including DFT Architecture, Test Engineering, Silicon Validation, and Silicon Diagnosis. His comprehensive skill set proves to be instrumental in navigating the complexities of modern semiconductor development, driving innovation and ensuring the robust performance and reliability essential for next-generation devices.
Preston's contributions to the field are significant and widely recognized as evidenced in being a receipient of best paper presentation awards at multiple technical conferences. Furthermore, he has authored numerous papers and posters, sharing his insights across a wide variety of industry events. This body of work underscores his deep commitment to advancing the industry through innovative solutions and his ability to effectively communicate complex technical insights to a broad audience of peers and industry leaders.
Academically, Preston holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at San Antonio and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University. This strong educational foundation, combined with extensive practical experience, empowers him to drive cutting-edge advancements in silicon design, verification, and post-silicon support. Preston is passionate about leveraging state-of-the-art methodologies to enhance product reliability and accelerate time-to-market in the rapidly evolving landscape of advanced semiconductor technologies. He looks forward to engaging with fellow innovators and discussing the future of silicon lifecycle management at Semiconductor West.
DFT Architecture Enabling Adaptive Test
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
2:15pm - 2:30pm MT
Test Vision: Day 2 - Session 4: Silicon Photonics
Thursday, October 9, 2025
12:45pm - 4:05pm MT