Silicon CAD (Power) Engineer IV III

Epitec is seeking an experienced CAD Engineer to join our client in the Tech Industry in Austin, TX. As a CAD Engineer, the candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting power analysis and optimization efforts, helping analyze power metrics, improve existing flows, and work with design teams to identify and address power-related issues in advanced chip designs. This is an ongoing W2 contract with potential for conversion This is a hybrid position in Austin, TX Top Responsibilities Perform end?to?end power analysis across the RTL?to?

GDSII design flow at multiple stages of the design lifecycle Develop, enhance, and automate power analysis and modeling flows, including large?scale data collection and analysis Identify power inefficiencies and provide clear, actionable recommendations to RTL and design teams Drive power reduction strategies using industry?standard tools and low?power methodologies Collaborate cross?functionally with RTL, physical design, and software/firmware teams to optimize power performance Build and maintain scalable, data?driven models for power estimation and runtime analysis Top Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (Master's preferred) Strong experience with RTL?to?

GDSII design flows in advanced technology nodes (7nm and below) Deep expertise in low?power implementation and signoff techniques, including power gating, multiple voltage rails, and UPF Proven hands?on experience with power analysis and reduction using industry tools such as PrimeTime PX and PrimePower Proficiency in Python scripting, with experience applying ML/AI techniques for automation, analysis, or modeling Solid understanding of RTL design principles and RTL?level power optimization Experience using RTL power optimization tools such as Power?

Artist Ability to work independently, learn quickly, and iterate on new ideas in a fast?paced environment #LI-RH1 #INDPRO