Job Description

Intel put the Silicon in Silicon Valley. No one else is this obsessed with engineering a brighter future. Every day, we create world changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth. So, if you have a big idea, let's do something wonderful together. Join us, because at Intel, we are building a better tomorrow. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the links below. 

This role is within Intel’s Client Computing Group.  CCG is a computing paradigm where services and data reside in scalable data centers, and those services and data can be accessed by any connected device over the Internet. Responsible for designing and optimizing processors, chipsets and other hardware for consumer devices while also working on the software ecosystem, including drivers and utilities that enhance user experience.

Life at Intel link:https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/life-at-intel.html

As a Senior Platform Hardware Designer, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

Drives end-to-end development of platform hardware and translates platform level requirements to circuit and component level specifications. 

Designs, develops, modifies, and evaluates electronic parts, components, PCB, or integrated circuitry for hardware platforms, electrical engineering applications, and equipment.

Conducts logical design of printed circuit boards through component definition and schematic capture, defines component placement and circuit trace routing rules, and oversees board layout from feasibility studies to board tapeout while meeting multidisciplinary platform level requirements.

Considers BOM cost and availability data versus design tradeoffs at the board and system levels.

Applies design expertise to define processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output, and working parameters for hardware and software compatibility.

Incorporates feedback from other functions (including verification, validation, manufacturing, and customer) to improve development methods.

Performs design research and verification, development, testing, and utilization of firmware, hardware, components, mechanisms, materials, thermal solutions, circuitry processes, packaging, and chassis for platform hardware.

Collaborates with architects, other platform hardware design engineers, hardware verification engineers, technical project managers, and technicians to plan and lead platform hardware power on and debug activities.

Resolves system development and bring up issues to deliver high quality boards and platforms for customers.

Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life. 

See  https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/benefits.html for more details. 

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications 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. 

This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship. 

Minimum skills and experience that will get you noticed:

Candidate must have experience with all of the following:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 8+ years of experience in high speed design -OR- Master's Degree with 5+ years
- Schematic capture
- Board design
- Lab debug 

 Preferred skills and experience that will make you stand out:

 Knowledge of high-speed microprocessor-based PCB system design with FPGA/CPLD/ASIC and Intel microprocessor and chipset system architecture

Strong digital design skills and experience with motherboards and high speed digital interfaces

Familiarity with lab equipment including but not limited to DMM, High Speed Signal Analysis tools, logic analyzer interfaces, oscilloscopes required

Technical experience with digital components, board layout tools, and schematic capture tools

Basic understanding of PCB manufacturing process required

Experience with the following:

Digital board design

signal integrity

EMI design issues,

Cadence schematic capture tools,

Cadence Allegro/Constraint Manager tools,

hands on system level debug

determining root cause of challenging technical issues

Relevant design experience with SI simulations is a plus

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.



Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $139,710.00-$197,230.00
*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience


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. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.