CPU Circuit Design Engineer

About the role

Intel's development center in Haifa/PTK designs next-generation CPU cores and SoCs using advanced process technologies. As a CPU Circuit Design Engineer you will work closely with senior design and development engineers on advanced CPU IP designs, contributing to detailed circuit analysis, design implementation and optimization at the transistor level. The team delivers high-speed, high-quality IP designs meeting aggressive power, performance and area targets, and you will take ownership of defined design blocks.

Key responsibilities

• Design, analyze and debug CPU circuits at transistor level with increasing ownership
• Contribute to circuit-level implementation, optimization and debugging across design stages, using both manual design techniques and automation tools
• Perform power, performance and area (PPA) analysis and drive design trade-offs for IP blocks
• Take part in design reviews, quality checks and post-silicon debug support
• Collaborate with synthesis teams, Front End design (RTL) and layout teams
• Apply and help refine Intel circuit design methodologies and automation flows for IP development

Required profile

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in VLSI or circuit design; memory design or related CPU/SoC development is an advantage
• Experience with transistor-level design and power optimization techniques is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work independently
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team

Required skills

• Industry-standard EDA tools for circuit design, simulation and debugging
• Transistor-level design and PPA analysis

The role is based in Israel (Haifa, with Petah-Tikva listed as an additional location) and is eligible for a hybrid work model, though posting details such as work model and location are subject to change.