Principal/Manager Physical Design Engineer

Qualcomm; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in technology is seeking a skilled Hardware Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves planning, designing, and optimizing electronic systems that will contribute to the development of next-generation products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance requirements are met while leveraging your expertise in Hardware Engineering and PNR flow. If you are passionate about technology and eager to work on cutting-edge projects, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company committed to creating a smarter, connected future for all.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Hardware Engineering with a focus on PNR flow.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of PNR implementation on latest tech nodes.
• Conduct signoff knowledge in STA and power analysis.

Skills

Hardware Engineering

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

PNR Flow

Digital/Analog/RF Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Floorplanning Tools

Power Analysis Tools

STA Tools

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Hardware Engineer, you will plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems, bring-up yield, circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment and packaging, test systems, FPGA, and/or DSP systems that launch cutting-edge, world class products. Qualcomm Hardware Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and meet performance requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
2. OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
3. OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Complete ownership on PNR implementation (Floorplanning, Placement, CTS, post_route, etc) on latest nodes.
2. Signoff knowledge is mandatory (STA, Power analysis, FV, low power verification, PV, etc)
3. Quick learner with good analytical and problem solving skills.

Qualifications:

1. 5+ years Hardware Engineering experience or related work experience.
2. 5+ years experience with PNR flow in latest tech nodes (e.g., 4nm/5nm/7nm/10nm).

Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able to participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.