Physical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital design is seeking a skilled Physical Design Engineer for their team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The ideal candidate will have significant experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and leadership skills to manage complex projects. Join a forward-thinking environment where you can influence the direction of major projects and push the boundaries of technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in physical design and implementation required.
• Experience with multi-project management and delivering results on time.
• Strong scripting skills in Tcl, Perl, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to physical design projects from RTL to GDS with minimal supervision.
• Resolve design challenges and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Collaborate with team members to address design issues.

Skills

Physical design tools

Problem solving

Project management

Self-discipline

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Master's or PhD in a related subject

Tools

Synopsys DC

Cadence RC

Mentor Calibre

Synopsys IC Validator

Formality

Formalpro

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Client:

Aion Silicon

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Aion Silicon is seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineers to join our growing team in UK/Barcelona/Morocco or Hyderabad . As part of a dynamic physical implementation design team, you will be responsible for block development and potentially full chip responsibility, taking designs from RTL to GDS.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about contributing to the development of high-quality, cutting-edge designs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independent Work: Contribute to physical design projects with minimal supervision, delivering high-quality results.
• Problem Solving: Address and resolve moderate complexity design challenges, applying sound judgment to interpret results and conduct quantitative analysis.
• Physical Design Ownership: Take responsibility for various aspects of the physical design flow, from RTL to GDS, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Multi-Project Management: Handle multiple assignments from different customers or teams, ensuring that deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Collaboration: Work closely with more experienced team members to resolve design issues, applying expertise in physical design tools and techniques.
• Tool Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in one or more tools such as Synthesis, PnR, Formal verification, Custom layout techniques, Analog simulation, or Chip finishing.
• Documentation and White Papers: Contribute to the development of technical white papers and presentations.
• Sales Support: Contribute to sales activities, including Statement of Work preparation.
• Time Management: Maintain accurate timekeeping and manage your workload effectively.
• Self-Discipline: Execute design tasks efficiently, adhering to best practices and maintaining a high standard of work.

Key Relationships:

Internal:

• Reports to: Engineering Manager/Principal Engineer
• Collaborates with: Engineers, Senior Engineers, Principal Engineers, Project Managers, Sales, Finance, and HR teams
• Supervises: Physical Design Team (2-3 engineers)

External:

• Suppliers: EDA Tool Vendors, Foundries, and Assembly Houses

Qualifications:

• A degree, Master's, or PhD in a relevant subject.
• Typically, 5+ years of experience in physical design and implementation.
• Master's or PhD in a related subject with 5+ years of practical experience.

Skills & Experience:

• Good tapeout experience on multiple technologies (e.g., 5nm, 7nm, 12nm, 28nm).
• Experience with physical verification checks (e.g., DRC, LVS, ANTENNA, ERC).
• Solid understanding of synthesis, floorplanning, placement, CTS, routing, and STA concepts.
• Experience with physical design tools such as:
• Synthesis tools: Synopsys DC, Cadence RC
• Formal verification tools: Formality, Formalpro
• Physical verification tools: Mentor Calibre, Synopsys IC Validator
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently and as part of a team.
• Strong scripting skills in Tcl, Perl, or Python.
• Strong capability in managing projects and delivering results on time.
• Broad knowledge across multiple sub-functions within physical design.
• Proven ability to contribute to multi-disciplinary teams.

Attributes:

• Essential:Excellent self-organisation and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and guide a small team.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Why Aion?

At Aion, we are passionate about pushing the boundaries of digital design. As part of our new office in Barcelona, you’ll be joining an innovative and collaborative team, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge ASIC designs. This role offers significant responsibility and the opportunity to influence the direction of key projects.

If you're a skilled Physical Design Engineer with a passion for technology and leadership, we’d love to hear from you!