Analog and Mixed Signal Design Engineer

Intel Corporation • Hillsboro, OR

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role and Impact: As an Analog Circuit Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge analog and mixed-signal circuit technologies that drive Intel's most advanced process nodes. In this position, you will design, validate, and optimize analog circuits and foundational IP blocks that form a critical part of Intel's CPU and SoC products. Your work will directly impact Intel's ability to deliver high-performance, power-efficient, and scalable solutions to meet evolving industry demands. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will help define and enable design innovations while contributing to advancements that shape the future of semiconductor technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with 4+ years of experience. OR Master's degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with 3+ years of experience. OR Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with 0 years of experience.
• Expertise in analog or mixed-signal circuit design, simulation, or validation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CMOS technologies or device physics fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in designing high-performance analog components such as TX/RX blocks, ADCs/DACs, clock distribution circuits, inductors, and transmission lines.
• Proficiency in AMS component optimization and machine learning techniques as applied to design engineering problems.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C/C++, or shell scripting.
• Solid understanding of Linux OS environments for design and simulation workflows.
• Familiarity with test chip development, floorplanning, and test methodologies.
• Knowledge of ESD protection schemes, silicon characterization, and simulation correlation techniques.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to solve complex engineering problems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within team-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog circuits and mixed-signal IPs, including floorplanning, circuit extraction, and analog behavior modeling.
• Optimize circuit designs for power, performance, area, timing, and yield metrics.
• Create and execute test plans to verify circuit functionality and validate microarchitecture specifications.
• Simulate circuits and evaluate test results to ensure compliance with design goals.
• Collaborate with architecture, layout, and process development teams to address design, performance, and circuit reliability challenges.
• Deliver high-quality PDK library components and ensure timely releases by coordinating across internal teams and stakeholders.
• Support ESD protection needs in alignment with IO design performance requirements.
• Implement state-of-the-art automation solutions and ensure test coverage across diverse IP and SoC scenarios.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree