New College Grad - EDA/CAD Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 64,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking engineers to advance AI-assisted design enablement for memory circuits.

The role focuses on building AI-enabled tools, automation, and workflows that accelerate IC build processes and improve design efficiency across global teams. You will collaborate with design, layout, verification, and CAD groups, applying AI and LLM-based methods along with traditional EDA tools to address complex semiconductor challenges.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience applying AI, ML, LLMs, or automation to engineering problems.
• Strong Python programming for maintainable software and automation.
• Knowledge of CMOS design, layout, verification, and semiconductor fundamentals.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted design enablement and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy software, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve IC build workflows.
• Develop AI-enabled tools, agents, and workflow automation to boost productivity.
• Collaborate with global design and CAD teams to drive automation opportunities.
• Build and maintain CAD tools and workflow integrations for design teams.
• Evaluate and integrate EDA tools and LLM-based capabilities into workflows.

Skills

Python programming

AI/LLM experience

Agent-based automation

CMOS design basics

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Calibre DRC/LVS

HSPICE/Spectre

Python automation tools

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

The Memory CAD Engineering organization plays a critical role in enabling Micron’s custom memory design teams through advanced design automation, workflow innovation, and engineering productivity solutions. The AI Design Enablement team focuses on applying AI-Assisted methods, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and advanced automation technologies to real semiconductor design challenges. By partnering closely with design, layout, verification, and CAD teams worldwide, the organization develops scalable solutions that accelerate development, improve design quality, and enhance engineering efficiency across custom memory workflows.

Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and deploy software, automation, and AI-Assisted solutions that improve IC build workflows across physical build, validation, modeling, and tape-out activities.
• Develop and enhance AI-Enabled tools, Agents, and workflow automation that improve engineering productivity and design team efficiency.
• Collaborate with global design, layout, verification, and CAD teams to identify and implement high-impact opportunities for automation, Generative AI, and AI-Assisted design enablement.
• Build and maintain CAD tools, workflow integrations, and supporting technical content for design teams.
• Evaluate, qualify, deploy, and integrate EDA tools, LLM-based capabilities, and AI-Enhanced workflows to address practical custom IC design challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience applying AI, ML, LLMs, Generative AI, or advanced automation techniques to solve real-world engineering problems.
• Strong programming skills in Python with experience developing maintainable software, automation solutions, or engineering productivity tools; familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, AI-Assisted workflows, and/or Agent-based automation concepts.
• Knowledge of CMOS design, custom layout, circuit verification, and semiconductor design fundamentals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with custom memory design, including DDR, LPDDR, HBM, NAND, or related memory architectures.
• Experience with physical verification flows and tools such as Calibre DRC, LVS, and LPE.
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso, SKILL programming, parameterized cells, or custom design environments.
• Experience with circuit simulation tools such as HSPICE or Spectre, and familiarity with digital verification methodologies.
• Experience integrating LLM APIs, AI Assistants, Agentic AI solutions, or related AI capabilities into engineering tools and workflows; familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or Scikit-learn and Linux-based software development environments.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$64,000.00 - $159,000.00 a year

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

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