E-core CPU Layout Design Engineer

Job Title

E-core CPU Layout Design Engineer

Role Summary

The E-core CPU Layout Design Engineer performs physical implementation of memory compilers and custom IP blocks for Intel Atom microprocessors. The role focuses on transistor/cell-level layout, assembly, routing, and methodology development to support CPU product design.

This position works closely with circuit engineers, design automation, and mask design teams to deliver production-quality layouts, DFM validation, and engineering trade-off analysis.

Experience Level

Senior — 10+ years of layout design experience.

Responsibilities

Core duties include hands-on layout work, cross-functional collaboration, and methodology improvement:

• Perform transistor/device and cell-level planning, layout, assembly, and routing for memory building blocks and custom IP.
• Implement layouts for memory compiler components (control, sense amplifiers, I/O blocks, bit cell arrays, decoders) in a compiler context.
• Use CAD/layout tools for editing, verification, DFM and quality assurance; apply productivity macros and established workflows.
• Bridge circuit engineering, design automation, and mask design; coordinate feasibility studies and design options with DA teams and senior engineers.
• Analyze and resolve electrical and reliability issues (IR drop, electromigration, self-heating); assess ECO feasibility, effort, risk, and schedule.
• Define and refine layout methodologies for memory compilers and custom IP; establish and implement recommendations.
• Plan and execute complex layout assignments independently and deliver to schedule; communicate progress and trade-offs to stakeholders.

Requirements

Essential skills and experience required for immediate contribution; additional desirable skills listed separately.

Must-have:

• 10+ years of professional layout design experience.
• Proficient with CAD/layout tools, layout verification and DFM practices.
• Experience with memory compiler contexts and memory building block layouts.
• Programming/scripting skills: UNIX shell scripting, Tcl, Perl.
• Experience performing IR drop, reliability (electromigration, thermal) and ECO assessments.
• Strong problem-solving, prioritization, and written/verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with RF custom IP blocks or other custom analog/digital IP layout.
• Prior work defining methodology with design automation teams.

Education Requirements

Candidate must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic/Microelectronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

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.