Entry Level VLSI Design Engineer

Job Title

Entry Level VLSI Design Engineer

Role Summary

Full-time, on-site engineering role based in New York, NY. The engineer will assist senior engineers in designing, modeling, and verifying digital and mixed-signal circuits across the ASIC/FPGA design flow.

Day-to-day work includes implementing design specifications, running simulations, supporting layout and timing closure, debugging with cross-functional teams, documenting design decisions, and preparing technical reports.

Experience Level

Entry-level (0–3 years of relevant experience).

Responsibilities

Primary duties include supporting design, verification, and documentation under guidance from senior staff.

• Assist in design, modeling, and verification of digital and mixed-signal circuits.
• Collaborate on design specifications and create or review schematics.
• Run circuit simulations and analyze results to guide design decisions.
• Support layout and timing-closure activities.
• Work with cross-functional teams to debug and resolve design issues.
• Document design decisions and maintain design files and version control.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback.
• Prepare technical reports and design documentation.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current with VLSI tools and methodologies.

Requirements

Essential technical skills and workplace expectations.

Must-have:

• Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles relevant to VLSI and digital design.
• Understanding of design flows and verification concepts; strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience or coursework using CAD tools for circuit design, simulation, and layout.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, follow structured workflows, and document work clearly.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site in New York, NY.

Nice-to-have:

• Familiarity with HDL languages (Verilog, VHDL) and basic ASIC/FPGA design concepts.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering or product-design fundamentals for system-level integration and packaging.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.

About the Company

Company: TopGrads

TopGrads, founded in 2009 by experienced IT services leaders, provides recruitment, consulting, U.S. staffing, training, and ERP solutions. The firm partners with organizations to deliver practical, results-focused solutions across projects of varying size and complexity, emphasizing service, commitment, and client success.