Job Description
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 largescale 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