Physical Design Engineer ICE

Job Title

Physical Design Engineer ICE

Role Summary

Design and verify physical layouts for chips at cell, block, and full-chip levels as part of Intel's technology development organization. Contribute to floorplanning, placement, routing, verification, and full-chip assembly to deliver high-performance silicon.

Position is based in Bangalore with eligibility for a hybrid work model.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Years of experience: Not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include layout creation, verification, and project execution for chip development.

• Create and verify cell and block-level semi-custom layouts, including floorplans, abstract view generation, and schematic-to-layout verification.
• Conduct reliability verification, debug processes, and parasitic extraction to ensure design integrity.
• Utilize auto-place-and-route algorithms, custom polygon editing, and floorplanning techniques for chip assembly.
• Execute full-chip assembly, packaging, and verification processes to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot complex design issues and implement corrective solutions.
• Schedule, staff, and execute chip development projects while following established methodologies and flows.

Requirements

Key technical skills and workplace capabilities. Education is summarized separately below.

• Must-have: Basic understanding of layout design and verification processes.
• Must-have: Familiarity with ICC2 tools and methodologies.
• Must-have: TCL scripting skills; practical application experience preferred.
• Nice-to-have: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in design verification.
• Nice-to-have: Effective communication and collaboration within cross-functional teams.
• Nice-to-have: Enthusiasm for staying current with industry trends in physical design and chip development.

Education Requirements

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

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.