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Toyota

Design Engineer Intern

Grapevine, TX · On-site

A Design Engineer Intern will work with a small R&D team in Dallas to produce an industry leading Mobile Robotic solution for the Material Handling Industry. They will utilize the latest technologies ...

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Spirax-Sarco Engineering

Design Engineer Intern

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Design Engineer Intern Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and ...

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Physical Design Engineer Intern, MS

California, MO · On-site

$121K - $125K/yr

TCL Programming * Perl Programming * Shell Scripting * Static Timing Analysis Soft Skills * Analysis * Problem-Solving * Communication Industry Keywords * VLSI * Digital Logic * Circuit Design

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Spirax-Sarco Engineering

Design Engineer Intern

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

The Engineering Intern supports the Design Engineering team by assisting in designing and developing innovative solutions that meet client requirements and industry standards. This role contributes ...

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Physical Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$70 - $80/hr

Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Hybrid Duration: 12 Months VISA: H-1, GC, USC is okay C2C Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to support the ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $164K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$141K - $145K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Chromalox, Inc.

Design Engineer Intern

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Design Engineer Intern Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and ...

Apple Inc.

Physical Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150K - $277K/yr

Description As a Physical Design Engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHYs from RTL to final GDSII delivery. Your responsibilities include but are not ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$141K - $145K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $164K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $164K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Chromalox

Design Engineer Intern

La Vergne, TN

$16 - $20.75/hr

The Engineering Intern supports the Design Engineering team by assisting in designing and developing innovative solutions that meet client requirements and industry standards. This role contributes ...

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How much do physical design engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for physical design engineer intern in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a physical design engineer intern do?

A Physical Design Engineer Intern assists in the process of transforming a circuit design (RTL) into a real, manufacturable layout for semiconductor chips. They work on tasks such as floorplanning, placement, routing, timing analysis, and verifying that the chip design meets all physical and electrical requirements. Interns typically use electronic design automation (EDA) tools to perform these tasks and collaborate with experienced engineers. Their work is crucial in ensuring that chips are both functional and manufacturable at scale.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a physical design engineer intern?

To thrive as a Physical Design Engineer Intern, you generally need a solid background in electrical engineering, digital circuit design, and semiconductor fundamentals, often supported by ongoing university studies in a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics, as well as scripting languages like TCL or Python, is highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills and qualifications are important because they ensure accurate chip layouts, efficient workflows, and successful collaboration within complex engineering teams.

What types of projects and tasks can a physical design engineer intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Physical Design Engineer Intern, you will typically be involved in supporting the design and verification of integrated circuits at the physical level. Common tasks include assisting with floorplanning, placement and routing, timing analysis, and running design rule checks using industry-standard EDA tools. You may also participate in team meetings, collaborate with senior engineers, and help resolve issues related to power, performance, and area optimization. These hands-on experiences are designed to help you build practical skills and gain a deeper understanding of the physical design flow in VLSI chip development.

What is the difference between Physical Design Engineer Intern vs Digital Design Engineer Intern?

AspectPhysical Design Engineer InternDigital Design Engineer Intern
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer EngineeringTypically pursuing or holding a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Work EnvironmentDesigning and implementing physical chip layouts, working with EDA toolsDesigning digital logic circuits, working on HDL coding and simulation
Industry UsageFoundries, semiconductor companies, integrated circuit design firmsSemiconductor companies, integrated circuit design firms, tech companies

Physical Design Engineer Interns focus on translating digital logic designs into physical layouts for chips, working closely with EDA tools. Digital Design Engineer Interns concentrate on creating and simulating digital logic circuits using hardware description languages. Both roles are essential in chip development but differ in their specific tasks and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Physical Design Engineer Intern job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,174 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Design Engineer Intern

Grapevine, TX • On-site

Toyota
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Job description

Toyota Automated Logistics is seeking a R&D Design Engineer Intern for the Summer of 2027 for our Grapevine, TX location.
Job Overview:
A Design Engineer Intern will work with a small R&D team in Dallas to produce an industry leading Mobile Robotic solution for the Material Handling Industry. They will utilize the latest technologies to integrate robotics into material handling systems for complex applications. This includes R&D and prototype development to successfully bring new products to market. The process involves understanding the customer's goals and objectives and developing engineered solutions to meet these goals.
A Design Engineer Intern works with and influences other Toyota Automated Logistics R&D employees, customers and suppliers to utilize the latest technologies while designing standard and custom equipment into material handling systems for complex applications. Technologies used in this position include high level automation, synchronous belt drive systems, pneumatics, vacuum generators, optical devices, specialty conveyors, robotics, end of arm tooling, 3D modeling, and simulation. The Design Engineer Intern will work on multiple projects and gain experience with concepting, research, estimating, component and material selection, design for manufacturing/assembly, system testing, support, system layouts, and service support.
Job Functions:
  • With guidance, help develop designs for special material handling related equipment from concept to detailed fabrication drawings
  • With assistance, create BOM for designs
  • Contribute to project teams, providing help outside of mechanical scope when required. Help resolve engineering issues as they arise by working closely with vendors and the shop
  • Meet and exceed our customer's expectations through superior design and implementation
  • Be a great team player and contributor within the office; be tolerant of others
  • Constantly review and master applicable business technology to ensure we are using the best tools
  • Track time spent by project and enter time using tracking software
  • Work with management to prioritize projects on macro level; ability to prioritize individual tasks on your own
  • Complete all administrative tasks/paperwork in timely manner
  • Develop equipment manual once project is completed
  • Work with management to follow standards regarding documentation format
  • Work well with the shop; pitch in where needed. Spend part of time in shop assembling the equipment you designed to better understand how the components come together
  • Maintain a consistently positive, enthusiastic attitude
  • Any and all job duties as assigned

Travel Requirements:
  • 10% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Toyota Automated Logistics)

Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills:
  • Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
  • Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Basic knowledge with 2D and 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc) required
  • Knowledge of motors, robotics, gearboxes, pneumatics, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), bearings
  • Basic experience in design for Manufacturing & Assembly with ability to produce fabrication/welding/assembly drawings from 3D models efficiently
  • Intermediate technical drawing skills, especially in 3D modeling
  • Able to work well in teams with good communication skills
  • Some experience developing and implementing quality improvement or cost reduction initiatives
  • Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.

To learn more about us, click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFKuN5mUw_8
About Toyota Automated Logistics:
Toyota Automated Logistics is your global partner for integrated warehouse automation. Our team combines the talents of Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande's warehousing business and viastore under one brand to deliver scalable systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.
In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
  • Vacation / Holiday Pay
  • Paid Volunteer time off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
  • Company Meetings & Events

Toyota Automated Logistics does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.

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