E-core CPU Clock Design Engineer

Intel Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a skilled CPU Clock Design Engineer to join a hybrid team. You will design, implement, and optimize clock distribution networks for high-performance CPUs and SoCs, contributing to clock architecture and CTS methodologies.

You will perform timing analyses, develop library cells, and create automation to boost design productivity. The role requires strong problem-solving, ownership, and collaboration across architecture, design, and EDA teams, with

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 6+ years in CPU clock design and timing verification.
• Experience with multi-voltage high-frequency designs.
• Proficiency in Tcl scripting.
• Familiarity with CTS, DRC/LVS, IR and electromigration checks.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize clock distribution networks for high-performance CPUs/SoCs.
• Contribute to clock architecture development and CTS methodologies.
• Perform timing analysis and support timing closure across designs.
• Develop custom circuits and clock-related library cells.
• Create automation using scripting to improve productivity.
• Collaborate with architecture, physical design, validation, and EDA teams.
• Support debug, validation, and optimization throughout development.

Skills

CPU Clock Design

CPU physical design

Timing verification

Tcl scripting

Noise & cross-talk analysis

Floorplanning

Formal equivalence & LVS

IR & electromigration checks

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Fusion Compiler

DCT

DCE

ICC2

RedHawk

ICV

Conformal

Calibre

PrimeTime

StarRCXT

Cadence tools

Job description

## E-core CPU Clock Design EngineerApply: Malaysia, Penang: Full time: Posted Today: JR0288120# **Job Details:**## Job Description:Join a Team That Defines the Heartbeat of Next-Generation CPUs.Intel is seeking passionate engineers to help develop the clocking architecture that powers our next-generation CPU products. Whether you're a college graduate eager to launch your career or an experienced engineer ready to solve some of the industry's most complex technical challenges, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies that impact millions of devices worldwide.As a CPU Clock Design Engineer you will contribute to the design, implementation, analysis, and optimization of clock distribution networks that enable industry-leading performance, power efficiency, and product scalability.What You'll DoResponsibilities may include, but are not limited to:• Design, implement, and optimize clock distribution networks for high-performance CPU and SoC products.• Contribute to clock architecture development and clock tree synthesis (CTS) methodologies.• Perform timing analysis and support timing closure across complex semiconductor designs.• Develop custom circuits, library cells, and clock-related design solutions.• Analyze performance, power, area, and timing tradeoffs to improve product efficiency.• Create automation solutions using scripting and programming languages to improve design productivity.• Collaborate closely with architecture, design, physical implementation, validation, and EDA teams.• Support debug, validation, and optimization activities throughout the product development lifecycle.• Drive technical issues to closure while maintaining high-quality engineering standards.• Influence future methodologies, design flows, and clocking technologies.Behavioral Traits We Are Looking For• Strong ownership and accountability for technical deliverables.• Curiosity and passion for solving complex engineering challenges.• Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.• Ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines.• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and methodologies.• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.• Continuous focus on quality, execution, and innovation.## **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. Minimum qualifications: Must have either BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. Minimum 6 year of experience in:* CPU Clock Design.* CPU physical design and timing verification.* Synthesis/APR flows on multi voltage high frequency designs including custom polygon editing.* Tcl scripting.* Noise, cross-talk, OCV analysis.* Floorplanning and physical design and timing closure.* Formal equivalence, DRC/LVS, IR and electro-migration checks. Preferred qualifications:* 7+ years of experience with the above skill sets.* Experience with Fusion Compiler, DCT, DCE, ICC2, RedHawk, ICV, Conformal, Calibre, PrimeTime, StarRCXT.* Cadence Tools Experience Not a Must But Preferred.## Job Type:Experienced Hire## Shift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)## Primary Location:Malaysia, Penang## Additional Locations:## 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 TrustN/A**Work Model for this Role**This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. \\* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.