ASIC Physical Design Engineer

About the job

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Position: ASIC Power Engineer
Type: Contract
Compensation: $100–$135/hour
Location: United States

Role Responsibilities

• Perform PPA optimization with Fusion compiler to enhance ASIC efficiency.
• Conduct RTL and netlist level power analysis to improve power management.
• Execute post-processing and scripting on report log files for format conversion and data analysis.
• Setup, run, debug, and analyze reports of ASIC flows including Synthesis, PD, Power, and Timing.
• Implement blocks at RTL and UPF to optimize design processes.
• Document and communicate findings clearly to enhance team understanding.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 10+ years of experience as an ASIC Power Engineer or CAD/Physical Design Engineer.
• Experience with power estimation tools and synthesis, including some physical design.
• Knowledge of power trade-offs in design and back end implementation.
• Hands-on experience in scripting and data analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Preferred

• Experience with Synopsys (DC, ICC, PTPX/PrimePower, VCS, Verdi) and/or Cadence (Joules).
• Python, Perl (or similar) scripting and data-post-processing tools.
• Excel (or Matlab) for model fitting, data visualization, and analysis.
• Experience in low power design, tools, and methodologies including power intent UPF specifications.
• Silicon Power Characterization.
• Some power profiling experience at IP/SoC level.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

Resources & Support

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