Junior CPU-SoC Physical Design Engineer - Hybrid

Intel Corporation; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Malaysia, Penang, is seeking a Physical Design Engineer to implement and verify complex structural designs for next-generation client CPU SoCs. You will work on synthesis, floor planning, power-grid design, and timing analysis within SPE.

The role supports hybrid work, and the team collaborates across disciplines to deliver cutting-edge semiconductor solutions for hyperscale computing. Fresh graduates with relevant internships or coursework are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in physical design processes gained via internships, projects, or coursework.
• Knowledge of DFM, DRC, and RC extraction is preferred.
• Exposure to EDA tools for synthesis and PnR.

Responsibilities

• Implement structural physical designs, including synthesis, floor planning, power-grid, and clock tree designs.
• Perform place-and-route (PnR), static timing analysis (STA), and timing closure.
• Verify designs with FEV, PV, signal integrity/noise, and design rule checks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop design flows and methodologies.

Skills

Physical design basics

Synthesis/Place-and-Route knowledge

Timing analysis basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Electronic, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Job description

Intel Corporation in Malaysia, Penang, is seeking a Physical Design Engineer to implement and verify complex structural designs for next-generation client CPU SoCs. You will work on synthesis, floor planning, power-grid design, and timing analysis within SPE.

The role supports hybrid work, and the team collaborates across disciplines to deliver cutting-edge semiconductor solutions for hyperscale computing. Fresh graduates with relevant internships or coursework are encouraged to apply.