Design Automation Engineer (TFM/EDA)
Company websiteintel.com (Intel, opens in new tab)
Base salary From $100,550
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Folsom, CA
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- LocationFolsom, CA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
All 4 locations
- US, California, Folsom
- US, Oregon, Hillsboro
- US, California, Santa Clara
- US, Arizona, Phoenix
About this job
Job Details:
Job Description:
At Intel Foundry Automation - Government Programs, we believe in empowering our employees with the tools and opportunities to excel, grow, and make a real impact. If you're a seasoned Silicon Design Automation Engineer with proficiency in Design TFM (Tools, Flows, Methodology) and EDA tools support for Intel's PDK (Process Development Kit) for external Foundry customers, we want you on our team.
About This Role:
This role encompasses installation, maintenance, and technical support of design environment (automation scripts, front-end and back-end design tools, flows, processes, and licenses) as well as compute environment (storage, compute, netbatch, ION, etc.). You will also provide technical support for Intel PDK and collateral.
Key Responsibilities:
Resolve designer's tool / methodology issues on the path to TapeOut.
Provide support for design ramp up through training / documentation.
Interact with EDA providers and ensure required tools features are available for the projects with high quality.
Closely partner with PDK/library experts, flow development teams, as well as with product design teams
Collaborate with EC to provision adequate compute capacity and help debug any associated issues.
Create automation (scripts, checkers, etc.) for installation of design environment (PDKs, EDA tools, licenses, etc.) to simplify and accelerate design processes.
Support the integration of new tools and methods into existing design workflows, ensuring seamless adoption and scalability.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
US Citizenship required.
Ability to obtain a US Government Security Clearance TS/SCI.
BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 1+ years' experience or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 2+ years' experience in front-end and back-end design tools and flows.
Experience in EDA tools and methodologies, including debugging and problem-solving.
Experience in physical design, optimization, and tools flows and methodology (TFM).
Experience with Verilog/ VHDL - Tcl, Perl, Python scripting.
Linux Experience: bash, tcsh.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active US Government Security Clearance with a minimum of Secret level.
Hands-on experience of industry standard front-end and back-end EDA tool installs.
Experience in installation of foundry PDK and flows (Cheetah, etc.)
Experience with debugging and design automation.
Job Type:
Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, California, FolsomAdditional Locations:
US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, HillsboroPosting 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.Position of Trust
N/ABenefits
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. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $100,550.00-194,270.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role
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. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.Source: Intel on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($100,550) is above 5% of the 3,581 Engineering (non-software) roles in California listed on this site. Their median floor is $147,000; the middle half runs from $125,000 to $173,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Design Automation Engineer (TFM/EDA) (this listing) | From $100,550 |
| Infrastructure Systems Engineer | From $100,550 |
| Product Marketing Engineer - Performance Marketing | From $100,550 |
| Infrastructure Storage Engineer | From $100,550 |
| Software Application Development Engineer | From $100,550 |
| AI Hardware Engineering Intern | From $100,598 |
| Ocotillo Technology Fabrication Vacuum Systems Group (VSG) Experienced Module Engineer | From $103,730 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-15
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Multiple locations (4)
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $100,550.00-194,270.00 USD
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