Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and experienced IR Analysis Engineer specialized in System-on-Chip (SoC) and Interposer designs. As an IR Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing power integrity in complex SoCs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IR analysis methodologies, with a focus on SoC and Interposer /EMIB/Fevoros designs. Intel Foundry Services (IFS) is an independent foundry business that is established to meet our customers' unique product needs. With the first Open System Foundry model in the world, our combined offerings of wafer fabrication, advanced process, and packaging technology, chiplet, software, robust ecosystem, and assembly and test capabilities help our customers build their innovative silicon designs and deliver full end-to-end customizable products from Intel's secure, resilient, and sustainable source of supply. This job opportunity in IFS will be part of the Customer Solutions Engineering (CSE) group which is responsible for the portions of the system foundry that brings the best of Intel technologies to IFS customers, differentiating and accelerating their solutions from architecture to post-silicon validation. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Perform power integrity analysis to ensure robust power delivery network (PDN) design and optimization. Collaborate with the design and physical implementation teams to develop and validate IR analysis methodologies. Conduct package-level and board-level analysis to address IR challenges and optimize power distribution. Identify and resolve IR-related issues, including voltage drop, electro-migration, power noise, and cross-talk. Work closely with the design and layout teams to optimize power grid design and component placement. Develop and maintain IR analysis methodologies, flows, and best practices for SoC and Interposer designs. Drive and support IR-related tool evaluations, methodology enhancements, and design optimizations.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field.
Experience of 10+ years in Physical Design space with 5+ Years as IP Drop Analysis Engineer.
Strong understanding of power integrity concepts and challenges with power gated designs.
Proficient in using industry-standard EDA tools for IR analysis, such as Voltus, Redhawk, or equivalent.
Experience with IR analysis at the package-level and board-level.
Knowledge of power delivery network (PDN) design and optimization techniques.
Familiarity with IR-related issues and their impact on circuit performance and reliability.
Proficiency in using scripting languages such as Tcl or Python for automation and data analysis.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Preferred:
Experience with interposer design and analysis.
Knowledge of advanced packaging technologies, such as 2.5D and 3D integration.
Familiarity with electromagnetic (EM) analysis tools and methodologies.
Understanding of thermal analysis and its impact on IR performance.
Experience with power noise analysis and optimization.
Familiarity with multi-die and heterogeneous integration techniques.
Knowledge of high-speed serdes interface protocols and their impact on signal integrity.
Inside this Business Group
Intel Foundry Services (IFS) is an independent foundry business that is established to meet our customers' unique product needs. With the first "Open System Foundry" model in the world, our combined offerings of wafer fabrication, advanced process, and packaging technology, chiplet, software, robust ecosystem, and assembly and test capabilities help our customers build their innovative silicon designs and deliver full end-to-end customizable products from Intel's secure, resilient and sustainable source of supply.
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.
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here. (https://jobs.intel.com/en/benefits)
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Working Model
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. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.