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Intel

EDA Tools Hardware Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$141K - $269K/yr

The Role and Impact Join Intel's world-class team as an EDA Tools Hardware Engineer, where you will ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ...

Kelly Services

L3 Hardware Technician

Hillsboro, OR

$27/hr

L3 Engineering (Hardware) Technician Hillsboro, Oregon Onsite: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Hourly Pay: $27 ... Experienced PC computer hardware technician experience. * Hands-on builder reliably able to remove ...

Kelly Services

L3 Hardware Technician

Hillsboro, OR

$27/hr

L3 Engineering (Hardware) Technician Hillsboro, Oregon Onsite: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Hourly Pay: $27 ... Experienced PC computer hardware technician experience. * Hands-on builder reliably able to remove ...

Astera Labs

OR · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field * 12+ years of experience in hardware engineering, system design, or platform architecture * Strong expertise in ...

Microsoft

Principal Hardware Architect

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

Overview Microsoft Silicon, Cloud Hardware, and Infrastructure Engineering (SCHIE) is the team ... Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND ...

Logistics Management Institute

$92K - $158K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; advanced ... As part of a fast-moving hardware team, you'll design solutions that perform under pressure ...

Nvidia

Senior Developer Technology Engineer - AI

Hillsboro, OR · Hybrid

$59.25 - $78.50/hr

... computer hardware? Could you be thrilled about an opportunity to partner with the Developer ... community, working at the forefront of technology breakthroughs that contribute to the success of ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Computer Hardware Engineer vs Computer Hardware Technician?

AspectFreelance Computer Hardware EngineerComputer Hardware Technician
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Cisco), technical expertiseCertifications often required, such as CompTIA A+
Work EnvironmentSelf-employed, project-based, remote or on-siteOn-site, repair shops, or corporate settings
Employer & IndustryClients across various industries, independent contractingCompanies, service centers, retail
Work FocusDesign, troubleshooting, consulting, custom hardware solutionsHardware installation, repair, maintenance

Freelance Computer Hardware Engineers focus on designing, troubleshooting, and consulting on hardware projects independently, often working remotely or on a per-project basis. In contrast, Computer Hardware Technicians primarily perform on-site repairs, maintenance, and installation tasks within organizations or repair shops. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope, work environment, and client interaction.

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EDA Tools Hardware Engineer

EDA Tools Hardware Engineer

Intel

Hillsboro, OR • On-site

$141K - $269K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Intel rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 144 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 141 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Job Details:Job Description: 

The Role and Impact
Join Intel's mission to engineer world-changing technology as an EDA Tools Hardware Engineer. We are seeking an experienced EDA CAD / Tool Flow Development Engineer to develop and maintain transistor-level timing characterization flows for custom IPs, embedded memories, SRAMs, register files, and compiler-generated macros across advanced semiconductor technologies.
This role focuses on characterization methodology, CAD infrastructure, automation, and model validation for complex custom macros and memory IPs. The engineer will work closely with custom circuit, memory design, STA, and methodology teams to enable scalable and silicon-accurate timing, power, and noise modeling flows.
The ideal candidate has strong expertise in SPICE-based characterization, Liberty model generation, custom macro timing behavior, and large-scale automation using industry-standard tools such as Synopsys NanoTime and Cadence Liberate.
Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and analyze engineering design automation tools, flows, and methodologies to improve efficiency and optimize power and performance.

  • Collaborate with EDA vendors to define, evaluate, and test next-generation design tools and flows.

  • Create and verify unique hardware designs, integrating components into hierarchical systems to support end-to-end EDA tool testing for advanced technology nodes.

  • Define and enable methodologies for hardware development related to EDA tools and technology node advancements.

  • Support and enhance platforms, databases, scripts, and tools used for design automation.

  • Provide digital design, verification, full-chip integration, physical layout, power, performance, clocking, and timing for future TFM development.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience; OR

  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience; OR

  • PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience.

  • Timing characterization methodologies in one of the following: (i.e. Nanotime, Liberate, PrimeLib)

  • Experience with Liberty timing models

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in any of the following:

  • SPICE simulation

  • CMOS circuits

  • Memory architecture fundamentals

  • STA fundamentals

  • Advanced-node custom IP or memory characterization flows

  • Scripting and automation skills in Linux environments

Take the next step in your career by joining Intel and becoming a part of our mission to shape the future of technology. Apply today to make an impact with your expertise.

Job Type:Experienced HireShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location: US, California, Santa ClaraAdditional Locations:US, California, Folsom, US, Oregon, Hillsboro, US, Texas, AustinBusiness 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: $141,910.00-269,100.00 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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Company size

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1968

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