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Intel Corporation

Physical Design Clocking Engineer

US, California, Santa Clara Posted today $105,650

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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.
  • 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.
  • What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles211 certified filings for “Component Design Engineer” (Electronics Engineers, Except Computer) in CA: $125k–$167k, median $142k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-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 roles
211 certified filings for “Component Design Engineer” (Electronics Engineers, Except Computer) in CA: $125k–$167k, median $142k. Most were filed at wage level III (43%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($105,650.00) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

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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About the role

Job Details: Job Description: As a Physical Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in the implementation of custom IP and SoC designs, transforming RTL to GDS to produce design databases ready for manufacturing. On a day-to-day basis, you will execute various aspects of the physical design flow, including synthesis, place and route, clock tree synthesis, floor planning, and static timing analysis. Your work will directly contribute to optimizing design parameters such as power, frequency, and area, impacting Intel's product innovation and delivery.   You will be part of the Data Center Group (DCG), a business unit focused on developing innovative solutions that power the future of computing. DCG works on designing advanced technologies for data centers, cloud services, and high-performance computing environments, enabling Intel's broader mission to shape the future of technology. This team provides a collaborative environment driven by technical excellence and a passion for innovation.   The primary responsibilities for this role will include, but are not limited to:   • Conduct physical design implementation tasks, including synthesis, place and route, clock tree synthesis, floor planning, and static timing analysis. • Perform verification and signoff activities, such as equivalence verification, reliability verification, layout verification, and structural design checking. • Analyze results and provide recommendations to resolve violations for current and future architectures. • Optimize designs to improve product level parameters, including power, frequency, and area. - • Participate in developing and enhancing physical design methodologies, flows, and automation processes. • Utilize industry-standard EDA tools to execute and validate physical design processes effectively. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications : Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position.   • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 0-1 years of hands-on experience in physical design, demonstrating skills gained through internships, academic projects, coursework, or hands-on training OR a Master's degree in a relevant field with no prior professional experience. • Proficiency in physical design tools, such as synthesis, place and route, and timing analysis software. • Familiarity with EDA tools and methodologies used in physical design and verification workflows.   Preferred Qualifications: Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.   • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve design violations effectively. • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to contribute within a dynamic team environment. • A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn and improve physical design methodologies and flows.   Join us in shaping the future of data-centric technology by applying your skills, curiosity, and passion for innovation.            Job Type: College Grad Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, California, Santa Clara Additional Locations: 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 Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit

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