Atom CPU Layout Design Engineer

Job Description:

This position requires candidates to upload a resume in English; you are welcome to upload multiple versions of your resume if you prefer but an English version of your resume will be required to be considered for this position.

As an Atom CPU Layout Design Engineer, you will be part of a highly skilled team responsible for the design of future‑generation, high‑performance Intel Atom microprocessors. In this role, you will drive the physical implementation of a variety of memory compilers, custom IP blocks, and layout partitions that directly support Intel’s CPU products.

You will work in a dynamic environment where design challenges are complex, assignments are broadly defined, and solutions often require creativity, deep technical knowledge, and strong problem‑solving skills.

Your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Ensuring all physical design implementations follow best‑in‑class layout methodologies and deliver highly efficient, high‑quality results.
• Independently performing and driving complex physical design assignments across multiple design stages.
• Working closely with circuit design engineers to interpret schematics and translate them into optimized physical layouts.
• Contributing across the full design flow—from leaf‑level cell layout to block‑level and top‑level integration.
• Partnering with SoC teams and cross‑site design groups to ensure alignment, reuse, and consistency across projects.
• Developing or enhancing layout scripts, macros, and automation solutions to improve productivity and design robustness (a strong plus).

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prioritization and multitasking skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications, are required to be initially considered for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 6+ months of experience in layout design.
• Advanced English level.

Must have unrestricted, permanent right to work in Mexico (this role is not eligible for visa or immigration sponsorship).

Preferred Qualifications, are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates:

• Master’s degree in electronic/Microelectronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1+ year of experience or familiarity with Very Large Scale of Integration (VLSI) and Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS) logic circuit design.
• 1+ year of knowledge in Unix/Linux operating systems.

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.