Sr. EDA Tools Engineer - PERC ESD

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Hillsboro, OR, USA
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150K-285K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Software
Creating world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth.
The Role
Develop, validate, and maintain PERC ESD and LU rule decks and methodologies. Collaborate with design, reliability, CAD teams and EDA vendors; build test cases, debug rules, define QA and automation, and drive cross-team solutions and tool enhancements for PDK reliability and ESD verification.
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Job Description

Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the link below.

Life at Intel

This position is within the Design Technology Platform (DTP) organization. At Intel, DTP is one of the key pillars enabling Intel to deliver winning products in the marketplace. The PERC ESD development team within this organization is looking for individuals who will be responsible to develop PERC ESD rule decks for latest Intel technologies. Your work will directly enable design teams to get to market faster with leadership products on cutting edge technologies. As part of the DTP/Process Design Kit (PDK) group, you will join a highly motivated team of top-notch engineers solving challenging technical problems enabling PDKs for Intel's most advanced process technologies and drive PDKs towards industry standard methods and ease of use for the end customers.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop ESD/LU rule decks aligned with the ESD Design Rule Manual (DRM) and reliability requirements.
  • Create and maintain reliability ESD and LU design rule methodologies and specifications.
  • Collaborate with internal design, reliability, and CAD teams as well as external EDA vendors to define and implement new tool features and requirements.
  • Build and execute test cases for rule debugging, validation, and signoff.
  • Define QA requirements and drive related automation to improve robustness and efficiency of rule checks.
  • Lead innovation initiatives to enhance existing ESD/LU verification automation, tools, and methodologies.
  • Identify and analyze ESD/LU design problems, define root causes, and drive practical solutions across teams.

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork/classes/research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences

Minimum Qualification

  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

  • 3+ years of relevant industry experience in physical design verification (reliability, device physics, process technology, and design rules, extraction or related domains).

  • 2+ years' experience with ESD PERC rule decks/runset development and debugging (or equivalent reliability/DRC tools).

  • 2+ years' experience in scripting (e.g., Python, Tcl, Perl, or similar) for QA and flow automation.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Creative, independent, and "out of the box" thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Strong knowledge of ESD/LU PreSi models (HBM, CDM), I/O design, and related methodologies.

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills.

  • Ability to connect the dots across domains and propose cross disciplinary optimal solutions.

  • Self-drive with strong leadership skills; able to influence and align internal and external stakeholders.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.

  • Proven success working with cross functional and cross site teams, with the ability to influence multiple internal and external partners.

  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment and drive issues to closure.

  • Proven ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

  • Experience driving cross functional and industrywide initiatives or task forces.

Benefits at Intel

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.

          

Job Type:Experienced Hire

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:

Business group:Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.

Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/ABenefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.



Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,600.00-284,580.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • 3+ years industry experience in physical design verification (reliability, device physics, process technology, design rules, extraction or related domains).
  • 2+ years experience with ESD PERC rule decks/runset development and debugging (or equivalent reliability/DRC tools).
  • 2+ years scripting experience (Python, Tcl, Perl, or similar) for QA and flow automation.
  • Strong knowledge of ESD/LU PreSi models (HBM, CDM), I/O design, and related methodologies.
  • Experience driving cross functional and industrywide initiatives or task forces; leadership and stakeholder influence.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in fast-paced, cross-site teams.

Intel Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Intel and has not been reviewed or approved by Intel.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Sabbaticals and paid time off are highlighted as signature elements, with an established program offering four weeks after four years or eight weeks after seven years. This distinctive time off is positioned as a meaningful part of the overall package.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave of 12 weeks and a New Parent Reintegration program, plus fertility benefits around $40,000 and up to $15,000 adoption reimbursement with no lifetime cap, are clearly stated. These programs are presented as standout components alongside broader family support resources.
  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with 2026 updates, a shift to Spring Health for EAP, and in‑network virtual medical visits covered at 100% beginning in 2026 indicate a comprehensive offering. These features signal an emphasis on robust medical access and mental health support.

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