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Design Automation Engineer (TFM/EDA)

Folsom, CA

$100K - $194K/yr

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As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for design automation engineer intel in the United States is $97,090.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Design Automation Engineer at Intel, your daily tasks often involve creating, maintaining, and optimizing automation scripts and flows that streamline the chip design process. You’ll collaborate closely with silicon design teams to understand design requirements and troubleshoot any issues in automated environments. Regular responsibilities also include supporting tool integration, verifying design methodologies, and updating documentation for automation solutions. This role requires balancing independent technical work with active participation in project meetings to ensure alignment between engineering teams. The dynamic nature of the work environment means you'll continuously learn and adapt to evolving technologies and project needs.

What is a Design Automation Engineer Intel job?

A Design Automation Engineer at Intel develops, maintains, and optimizes automation tools and workflows to enhance the efficiency of hardware and software design processes. They work closely with design teams to streamline chip development, improve verification methodologies, and refine toolchains for circuit design and validation. The role requires expertise in scripting, programming, and electronic design automation (EDA) tools, ensuring high-quality and efficient semiconductor design.

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To excel as a Design Automation Engineer at Intel, a strong background in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field is essential, along with experience in digital design methodologies. Familiarity with EDA tools such as Synopsys, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics, and proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Perl, or Tcl, are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for developing efficient design flows, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality silicon solutions.

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Design Automation Engineer (TFM/EDA)

Design Automation Engineer (TFM/EDA)

Intel

Santa Clara, CA

$100K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Intel rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Job Details:Job Description: 

At Intel Foundry Automation - Government Programs, we believe in empowering our employees with the tools and opportunities to excel, grow, and make a real impact. If you're a seasoned Silicon Design Automation Engineer with proficiency in Design TFM (Tools, Flows, Methodology) and EDA tools support for Intel's PDK (Process Development Kit) for external Foundry customers, we want you on our team.

About This Role: This role encompasses installation, maintenance, and technical support of design environment (automation scripts, front-end and back-end design tools, flows, processes, and licenses) as well as compute environment (storage, compute, netbatch, ION, etc.). You will also provide technical support for Intel PDK and collateral.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Resolve designer's tool / methodology issues on the path to TapeOut.

  • Provide support for design ramp up through training / documentation.

  • Interact with EDA providers and ensure required tools features are available for the projects with high quality.

  • Closely partner with PDK/library experts, flow development teams, as well as with product design teams

  • Collaborate with EC to provision adequate compute capacity and help debug any associated issues.

  • Create automation (scripts, checkers, etc.) for installation of design environment (PDKs, EDA tools, licenses, etc.) to simplify and accelerate design processes.

  • Support the integration of new tools and methods into existing design workflows, ensuring seamless adoption and scalability.

  • Excellent communication, networking, presentation skills and pursuing highest quality standards.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • US Citizenship required.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance TS/SCI.

  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 3+ years' experience or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 2+ years' experience or related field.

  • Experience in front-end and back-end design tools and flows.

  • Experience in EDA tools and methodologies, including debugging and problem-solving.

  • Experience in physical design, optimization, and tools flows and methodology (TFM).

  • Experience with Verilog/ VHDL - Tcl, Perl, Python scripting.

  • Linux Experience: bash, tcsh.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on experience of industry standard front-end and back-end EDA tool installs.

  • Experience in installation of foundry PDK and flows (Cheetah, etc.)

  • Debugging and design automation.

Job Type:Experienced HireShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location: US, California, FolsomAdditional Locations:US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, HillsboroBusiness 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: $100,550.00-194,270.00 USDThe 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 be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * 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.

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Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore's Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth

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Year founded

1968

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