Atom CPU Layout Design Engineer - Hybrid, High-Impact

Intel Corporation; Kulim; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Malaysia is seeking an experienced E-Core (Atom) CPU Layout Design Engineer to shape the physical layout for Atom processors, including custom analog/digital layouts and memory compilers. You will work with cross-site teams to ensure compliance with design specs and reliability criteria, contributing to high-performance, energy-efficient microprocessors.

The role requires 3+ years in physical design, proficiency in VLSI/CMOS design, and scripting skills (UNIX shell, TCL,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Microelectronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline with 3+ years of hands-on experience in physical design.
• Proficiency in VLSI and CMOS logic circuit design.
• Programming skills in UNIX shell scripting, TCL, and Perl.

Responsibilities

• Drive custom layout design for memory compilers, custom IPs, and partitions supporting CPU products.
• Perform physical array planning, area optimization, and critical wire analysis to ensure efficient designs.
• Conduct complete layout verification, including design rule compliance, SoC integration standards, and reliability checks such as electron migration, voltage drop (IR), and self-heating.
• Utilize custom autorouters and placers for layout construction while innovating new methods to improve productivity and design quality.
• Collaborate closely with circuit design engineers to assess feasibility, provide feedback, and implement circuit enhancement requests.
• Troubleshoot design, tool flow, and methodology issues to ensure seamless implementation and integration.
• Partner with cross-site teams to align on design strategies, reuse methodologies, and project consistency.

Skills

VLSI

CMOS logic design

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Microelectronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

UNIX shell scripting

TCL

Perl

Job description

Intel Corporation in Malaysia is seeking an experienced E-Core (Atom) CPU Layout Design Engineer to shape the physical layout for Atom processors, including custom analog/digital layouts and memory compilers. You will work with cross-site teams to ensure compliance with design specs and reliability criteria, contributing to high-performance, energy-efficient microprocessors.

The role requires 3+ years in physical design, proficiency in VLSI/CMOS design, and scripting skills (UNIX shell, TCL,