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CPU–SoC Mask Layout Designer (Diploma Level Contract role) - Silicon Engineering Group (SiG)
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 2 Locations
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles11 certified filings for “SoC Design Engineer” (Architectural and Engineering Managers) in TX: $160k–$224k, median $192k. Most were filed at wage level II (36%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Details: Job Description: Just completed your diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and ready to take the next step? Start your career with a role that gives you hands-on experience at the heart of semiconductor innovation. At Intel, you'll be immersed in real engineering challenges from day one, developing practical skills and industry knowledge that will accelerate your professional growth. In this position, you will be involving in the training, design and development of next generation SOC/CPU for wide range of Intel products. Your responsibilities will include some of the following but not limited to: • Creates mask layouts of integrated circuits for a given specification and runs complete set of design verification tools for process design rules, electron migration, voltage drop (IR), ESD, and other reliability checks on the layouts. • Creates accurate designs that meet project needs, applying understanding of design manuals, established processes, layout elements, and basic electronic principles. • Works with multiple internal and external stakeholders to align on projects, provide updates, and resolve issues. • Designs and analyses floorplans, power grid, and bumps and performs all required verification on the layout blocks. • Troubleshoots a wide variety of issues up to and including layouts and tool/flow/methodology used in layout design. Qualifications: Who We're Looking For: By applying to this posting, you are expressing interest in Diploma level contract job opportunities with Intel for which your qualifications relevant to the below • Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related fields • Strong technical fundamentals and good communication skills, proficiency in English • Curious, motivated, and eager to grow in semiconductor design • Familiarity with Unix, VLSI, SoC/CPU Architecture, or System Verilog is a plus • Candidates must be open to contract-based position • Candidates must be willing to work in Penang location • Positions open only to Diploma fresh graduate Why Start Your Early Career with Intel: • Build strong engineering foundations early in your career • Gain hands-on exposure to cutting-edge silicon design • Learn from experienced mentors and industry experts • Work in a world-class engineering environment with global collaboration • Grow in a role that offers continuous learning and professional development Job Type: Intel Contract Employee Shift: Shift 1 (Malaysia) Primary Location: Malaysia, Penang Additional Locations: Malaysia, Kulim 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. Position of Trust N/A 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.