Physical Design Engineer ICE

Job Title

Physical Design Engineer ICE

Role Summary

The Physical Design Engineer will design and verify chip layouts at cell, block, and full-chip levels to meet performance, reliability, and schedule targets. The role sits within a technology development team focused on improving design methodologies and delivering advanced silicon solutions.

Experience Level

Mid-level (no specific years of experience stated).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include layout creation, verification, and full-chip assembly to support project delivery.

• Create and verify cell and block-level semi-custom layouts, including floorplans and schematic-to-layout verification.
• Perform reliability verification, debug, and parasitic extraction to ensure design integrity.
• Use auto-place-and-route algorithms, custom polygon editing, and floor-planning techniques.
• Execute full-chip assembly, packaging, and verification activities.
• Troubleshoot complex design issues and implement corrective solutions.
• Plan and staff chip development tasks, ensuring adherence to established methodologies and flows.

Requirements

Key technical and interpersonal requirements. Must-have items are listed first.

• Must-have: Basic understanding of layout design and verification processes.
• Must-have: Familiarity with ICC2 tools and related physical-design methodologies.
• Must-have: Demonstrated TCL scripting skills; practical application experience preferred.
• Nice-to-have: Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail in design verification.
• Nice-to-have: Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teams.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required (as stated in Minimum Qualifications). No certifications or equivalent-experience language was specified.

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.