Physical Design Engineer

Intel; Boxborough (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock bonuses

Retirement plan

Vacation

Job summary

Intel is seeking a College Grad Physical Design Engineer to help drive the next generation of semiconductor innovations in Massachusetts. You will participate in physical design for custom IP and SoC implementations, guiding RTL through GDS with a focus on power, performance, and area.

You will apply expertise in synthesis, place-and-route, STA, and verification, collaborating across teams to deliver robust, manufacturable designs that meet timing and reliability requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field with 0–1 years of physical design experience per business needs.
• RTL design experience and timing closure knowledge to optimize semiconductor performance.
• Experience with TCL scripting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical design implementation of custom IP and SoC designs from RTL to GDS.
• Execute synthesis, place and route, clock tree synthesis, floor planning, and STA.
• Conduct power and noise analysis and power/clock distribution optimization.
• Verify designs using EDA verification methods and reliability checks.
• Identify and resolve design violations and improve product architectures.
• Optimize designs for power, performance, and area using industry-standard tools.
• Help develop and refine physical design methodologies and flows.

Skills

Physical design tools

RTL design experience

Timing closure knowledge

TCL scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in E.E./C.E.

Tools

Logic synthesis tools

Place & route tools

Static timing analysis tools

Layout verification tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Description: The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful.

The Role And Impact

Join Intel as a Physical Design Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cutting-edge semiconductor technology. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing custom IP and SoC implementations, transforming ideas into manufacturable designs through robust physical design processes. With your expertise, you will contribute to creating innovative products that drive Intel's success and redefine industry benchmarks, optimizing critical parameters such as power, frequency, and area to deliver world-class solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical design implementation of custom IP and SoC designs, from RTL to GDS, ensuring readiness for manufacturing.
• Execute key physical design tasks, including synthesis, place and route, clock tree synthesis, floor planning, and static timing analysis.
• Conduct power and noise analysis, power/clock distribution, reliability verification, and optimization to ensure robust design solutions.
• Verify and sign off designs using formal equivalence verification, layout verification, electrical rule checking, static timing analysis, reliability verification, and dynamic power integrity checks.
• Identify and resolve design violations, contributing to improvements in current and future product architectures.
• Optimize designs for enhanced product-level parameters, such as power, performance, and area, using industry-standard EDA tools.
• Participate in the development and refinement of physical design methodologies, automation, and process flows to improve efficiency and quality.

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. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your degree, research and or relevant previous job and or internship experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related specialized field, or equivalent experience per business needs with 1+ years of experience in physical design OR a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related specialized field, or equivalent experience per business needs in physical design with 0 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Physical design experience in integrated circuit design tools including logic synthesis, place and route, static timing analysis and design closure
• Design experience with RTL design, and a thorough knowledge of timing closure processes to effectively analyze and optimize semiconductor device performance
• Experience with scripting in an interpreted language (TCL)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

We invite you to bring your skills and perspective to Intel, where you'll be empowered to grow and make a meaningful impact in one of the most dynamic industries.

Job Type

College Grad

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, Massachusetts, Beaver Brook

Additional Locations

US, Arizona, Phoenix

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: $91,150.00 - 149,150.00 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.