Senior Consultant | Semiconductor, Automotive Tech, Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, C-Suite
Our client, a leading global semiconductor innovator, is looking for an experienced Physical Design Engineer to join their advanced SoC development team in Cork, Ireland. The role involves working on state-of-the-art designs in the latest technology nodes, contributing to the full physical implementation process from floorplan to tape-out.
Key Responsibilities
* Own the complete physical design flow — from floor planning, power planning, and placement to CTS, routing, optimization, and GDSII delivery.
* Collaborate with cross-functional design, verification, and power teams to achieve aggressive PPA (Power, Performance, Area) targets and ensure high-quality, manufacturable designs.
* Research, develop, and refine innovative design methodologies, including scripting and automation to improve implementation efficiency.
* Perform analysis and validation activities such as timing closure, power integrity, DRC/LVS checks, and benchmarking to drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering (or equivalent).
* Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in physical design for complex SoCs or ASICs.
* Strong understanding of the full physical design flow and expertise with EDA tools at 10nm or smaller process nodes.
* Solid background in STA, timing and power optimization, and physical verification.
* Skilled in scripting and flow automation using TCL, Perl, or similar languages.
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and analytical skills with the ability to work effectively in a global engineering environment.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today or email nk@eu-recruit.com if you’re eager to make an impact with a global technology leader.
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