Physical Design Engineer

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. We are building innovative physical design capabilities that help bring advanced semiconductor products from concept to silicon. Our team collaborates across design, verification, and manufacturing disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions using leading-edge technologies. We value technical excellence, continuous learning, and a culture of teamwork and innovation. As a Physical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in driving semicustom physical implementation from netlist handoff through tapeout. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to optimize design quality, achieve physical signoff, and support successful product delivery in advanced technology nodes. Responsibilities: Execute the semi-custom physical design flow from netlist handoff through physical verification and tapeout Develop and maintain floorplans, placement, routing, power distribution networks (PDN), and physical design constraints Perform DRC, LVS, parasitic extraction, and physical signoff activities Analyze and resolve timing, signal integrity, electromigration, IR drop, reliability, and manufacturability issues Partner with cross-functional teams to drive design closure, debug issues, and support tapeout readiness Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field Experience in VLSI physical design, semiconductor layout, or physical implementation Knowledge of semicustom physical design flows, physical verification tools, and advanced technology node methodologies Understanding of timing closure, PDN build, signal integrity, durability, and production feasibility concepts Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting physical design closure and tapeout activities for complex semiconductor products Knowledge of physical design automation methodologies and process improvement practices Experience documenting technical decisions and participating in design reviews Familiarity with AI-assisted engineering tools to improve design productivity and problem-solving efficiency Experience working with Agentic AI tools to assist with design and verification Provide your feedback on BizChat "The specified role does not encompass the following responsibilities: Finalization of sales agreements or the execution of sales contracts is prohibited. The role also does not carry the authority to make definitive decisions regarding contracts, be it their conclusion or termination. Furthermore, the role is not designed to involve participation in pricing negotiations or the authorization of contracts. These activities fall beyond the permissible duties of the position." We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience. To learn more, please visit All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards. Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron. AI alert : Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification. Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.