Physical Design Engineer

Intel CorporationIntel CorporationPhoenix, Arizona, United States | Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
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Posted

9/27/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$91k - $149k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Physical Design Engineer will perform physical design implementation of custom IP and SoC designs from RTL to GDS. They are responsible for executing key tasks such as synthesis, place and route, and static timing analysis to ensure manufacturability and performance.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with relevant experience in physical design. Proficiency in industry-standard EDA tools and scripting languages like TCL is required for design optimization and closure.

Key skills

Physical designSynthesisPlace and routeClock tree synthesisFloor planningStatic timing analysisPower analysisNoise analysisReliability verificationFormal equivalence verificationLayout verificationElectrical rule checkingTCLRTL designSemiconductor designSoC implementation

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Education requirements

bachelor degreepostgraduate degree

About Intel Corporation

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Employees

109,935

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

Our mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world, that’s the power of Intel Inside. With more ingenuity and creativity inside, our work is at the heart of countless innovations. From major breakthroughs to things that make everyday life better— they’re all powered by Intel technology. With a career at Intel, you can help make the future more wonderful for everyone. • Need help or have a support question? Visit Intel Support: http://ms.spr.ly/6054tmaop .

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Description

Job Details: Job Description: The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful. The Role and Impact: Join Intel as a Physical Design Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cutting-edge semiconductor technology. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing custom IP and SoC implementations, transforming ideas into manufacturable designs through robust physical design processes. With your expertise, you will contribute to creating innovative products that drive Intel's success and redefine industry benchmarks, optimizing critical parameters such as power, frequency, and area to deliver world-class solutions. Key Responsibilities: Perform physical design implementation of custom IP and SoC designs, from RTL to GDS, ensuring readiness for manufacturing. Execute key physical design tasks, including synthesis, place and route, clock tree synthesis, floor planning, and static timing analysis. Conduct power and noise analysis, power/clock distribution, reliability verification, and optimization to ensure robust design solutions. Verify and sign off designs using formal equivalence verification, layout verification, electrical rule checking, static timing analysis, reliability verification, and dynamic power integrity checks. Identify and resolve design violations, contributing to improvements in current and future product architectures. Optimize designs for enhanced product-level parameters, such as power, performance, and area, using industry-standard EDA tools. Participate in the development and refinement of physical design methodologies, automation, and process flows to improve efficiency and quality. Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your degree, research and or relevant previous job and or internship experiences. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related specialized field, or equivalent experience per business needs with 1+ years of experience in physical design OR a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related specialized field, or equivalent experience per business needs in physical design with 0 years of experience. Preferred Qualifications: Physical design experience in integrated circuit design tools including logic synthesis, place and route, static timing analysis and design closure Design experience with RTL design, and a thorough knowledge of timing closure processes to effectively analyze and optimize semiconductor device performance Experience with scripting in an interpreted language (TCL) Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities We invite you to bring your skills and perspective to Intel, where you'll be empowered to grow and make a meaningful impact in one of the most dynamic industries. Apply today to join our journey toward innovation and excellence. Job Type: College Grad Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Massachusetts, Beaver Brook Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel. Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $91,150.00-149,150.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Work Model for this Role This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

Requirements

  • •Physical design
  • •Synthesis
  • •Place and route
  • •Clock tree synthesis
  • •Floor planning
  • •Static timing analysis
  • •Power analysis
  • •Noise analysis
  • •Reliability verification
  • •Formal equivalence verification
  • •Layout verification
  • •Electrical rule checking
  • •TCL
  • •RTL design
  • •Semiconductor design
  • •SoC implementation

Benefits

  • •Competitive pay
  • •Stock bonuses
  • •Health insurance
  • •Retirement programs
  • •Vacation

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