Analog Design Engineer

Intel; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 122,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health benefits

Vacation

Job summary

Intel in Phoenix is seeking an Analog Design Engineer to develop cutting-edge analog circuits for advanced process nodes. You will perform SPICE simulations and work closely with layout engineers to optimize power, performance, and area.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of circuit design or a related Master’s with 2+ years. This on-site role requires strong collaboration and communication skills to drive cross-functional design reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 3+ years of circuit design experience or Master's with 2+ years.
• Experience with analog/digital mixed-signal design, TX/RX blocks, and I/O fundamentals.
• Cadence analog IC design tools and SPICE-based verification are required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and build analog circuits for IPs in advanced nodes.
• Perform circuit analysis using SPICE tools (Cadence, Synopsys, LTSpice).
• Develop test plans to validate designs against specs.
• Support layout activities and optimize circuit performance with layout engineers.
• Collaborate with architecture, logic, validation, and SOC teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence analog IC design tools

SPICE simulations

Python

Job description

Job Details

Job Description:
The Hard IP and Test Chip Development team, within Intel's Central Engineering Group, is responsible for delivering industry defining analog and mixed signal IP for Intel's Client, Datacenter, AI and Foundry customers. The IO team owns high-speed serial IO and die-to-die interfaces across multiple advanced process nodes. As an Analog Design Engineer at Intel, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge analog circuits for advanced process nodes, contributing directly to the innovation and excellence of our analog and mixed-signal IPs. Your work will shape the performance, power efficiency, and area optimization of design solutions, enabling Intel to deliver industry-leading products. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, you will impact the company's success by driving advancements in circuit design and validation and empowering products that redefine technology standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and build analog circuits for analog and mixed-signal IPs in advanced process nodes.
• Perform circuit analysis using SPICE simulation tools (Cadence, Synopsys, LTSpice, etc.).
• Develop and implement test plans to validate designs against circuit and block microarchitecture specifications.
• Support layout activities and work closely with layout engineers to optimize circuit performance.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architecture, logic design, validation, and SOC partners.
• Perform circuit simulations and debug to ensure power integrity, signal integrity, and leakage reduction.
• Conduct rigorous evaluation of simulation results to optimize circuit designs for power and performance.
• Provide regular reports on design progress to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across teams.
• This is an on-site role and you are expected to work in the office at least 4 days per week.
  

You are a competitive candidate for this job if you possess these skills and competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, analyze and making design trade-offs of analog building blocks at transistor level.
• Strong communication skills and ability to provide critical feedback constructively.
  

Intel offers a collaborative environment where you can grow your expertise, work with industry-leading professionals, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive technological advancements. Join us and be part of a team that makes a global impact.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 3 or more years of experience in circuit design, or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 2 or more years of experience in circuit design.
  

The Years Of Experience Must Include

• Circuit simulation tools and analog behavior modeling.
• Familiarity with signal and power integrity, and layout understanding for analog circuits.
• Knowledge of TX/RX blocks, I/O fundamentals, and core analog design principles, including noise, linearity, matching, and stability.
• Cadence analog IC design tools.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• IP top level design experience - Floor Planning, Power Delivery, ESD, Bump Map, Top Level Sims, Signal Integrity
• Advanced problem-solving skills with a disciplined approach to execution.
• Experience in group problem-solving and working collaboratively across teams.
• Experience integrating performance, power, and area optimization into circuit designs.
• Experience in analog IC design.
• Mixed-signal design.
• Knowledge of layout considerations for analog circuits.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Understanding of statistical analysis and design for manufacturability.
  

Preferred qualifications may be obtained through a combination of work experience, internships, or academic coursework

Job Type

College Grad

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Arizona, Phoenix
Additional Locations:
US, Oregon, Hillsboro

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: $122,440.00 - 172,860.00 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.
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