CPU Physical Design Engineer

Job Title

CPU Physical Design Engineer

Role Summary

Perform physical implementation of high-performance CPU designs from RTL through GDSII. Deliver signoff-quality databases by executing synthesis, place-and-route, clock-tree synthesis, timing closure, power analysis, and layout verification while collaborating with logic, circuit, architecture, and EDA teams.

Experience Level

Senior — 10+ years of relevant experience in CPU physical design and signoff flows.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities focus on complete physical design flows, verification/signoff, and methodology/tool development for CPU projects.

• Implement physical design from RTL to GDSII: synthesis, floorplanning, placement, routing, and clock-tree synthesis.
• Perform static timing analysis, timing closure, and timing signoff for complex CPU blocks.
• Analyze and optimize power, power distribution networks, and multiple power-domain interactions.
• Execute reliability, power-integrity (static and dynamic), and noise analyses; run LVS/DRC and electrical/structural checks.
• Collaborate with logic, circuit, architecture, and design-automation teams to improve microarchitecture and physical implementation.
• Work with EDA vendors to develop and enhance tool capabilities for high-speed, low-power CPU designs.
• Drive methodology and flow automation improvements for future projects.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience required to perform the role.

• 10+ years of relevant CPU physical-design experience.
• Proven expertise in synthesis, placement, clock-tree synthesis (CTS), and routing flows.
• Hands-on experience with commercial EDA platforms, especially Synopsys and Cadence toolsets.
• Expertise in timing signoff and formal verification practices for complex designs.
• Strong knowledge of low-power design techniques and power-delivery methodologies.
• Experience with submicron process nodes and layout verification flows (LVS/DRC).

Nice-to-have

• Scripting for automation (Tcl, Perl, Python).
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL.
• Strong verbal and written communication; experience working across geographies.
• Familiarity with feasibility studies and structured-design flow methodologies.

Education Requirements

B.Tech or M.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related field (as listed in the posting).

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.