Entry Level Design Engineer Jobs
New grad design engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Micron Technology, Apple, and PAE Consulting Engineers hiring at this level now.
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Key Responsibilities
- Perform RTL-to-GDSII implementation for complex SoCs/IPs.
- Develop and execute floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), routing, and timing closure.
- Analyze and fix setup/hold timing violations.
- Perform physical verification including DRC, LVS, and ERC checks.
- Work closely with RTL, DFT, STA, and Design teams to achieve design closure.
- Optimize power, performance, and area (PPA).
- Support chip integration and tape-out activities.
Required Skills
- Strong experience in Physical Design flow from Netlist to GDSII.
- Expertise in:
- Floorplanning
- Placement & Optimization
- Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS)
- Routing
- Timing Closure
- Physical Verification
- Hands-on experience with:
- Cadence Innovus
- Synopsys ICC2
- PrimeTime
- Tempus
- Strong understanding of:
- STA
- IR Drop Analysis
- Signal Integrity (SI)
- Power Analysis
- Experience with advanced technology nodes (16nm/7nm/5nm/3nm preferred).
- Good scripting skills in Tcl, Perl, or Python.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in CPU, GPU, AI/ML, Networking, or High-Speed SoC designs.
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform RTL-to-GDSII implementation for complex SoCs/IPs.
- Develop and execute floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), routing, and timing closure.
- Analyze and fix setup/hold timing violations.
- Perform physical verification including DRC, LVS, and ERC checks.
- Work closely with RTL, DFT, STA, and Design teams to achieve design closure.
- Optimize power, performance, and area (PPA).
- Support chip integration and tape-out activities.
Required Skills
- Strong experience in Physical Design flow from Netlist to GDSII.
- Expertise in:
- Floorplanning
- Placement & Optimization
- Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS)
- Routing
- Timing Closure
- Physical Verification
- Hands-on experience with:
- Cadence Innovus
- Synopsys ICC2
- PrimeTime
- Tempus
- Strong understanding of:
- STA
- IR Drop Analysis
- Signal Integrity (SI)
- Power Analysis
- Experience with advanced technology nodes (16nm/7nm/5nm/3nm preferred).
- Good scripting skills in Tcl, Perl, or Python.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in CPU, GPU, AI/ML, Networking, or High-Speed SoC designs.
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Who's Hiring
- Micron Technology13
- Apple5
- PAE Consulting Engineers5
- Boeing3
- Southern States3
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware29
- Consulting & Professional Services21
- Manufacturing14
- Technology & Software7
- Construction & Real Estate5
Entry Level Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level design engineer job?
Entry level design engineer roles go to candidates who show practical output, not just coursework. A portfolio with CAD models, prototype photos, or school project documentation gives hiring managers something concrete to evaluate. Internship experience, even a single semester, signals real workplace exposure. Employers at this level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate problem-solving process and are comfortable learning new tools on the job.
Which companies hire entry level design engineers?
Companies hiring entry level design engineers right now include Micron Technology, Apple, and PAE Consulting Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including large manufacturers, product development firms, defense contractors, and startups building physical or electromechanical products.
Are there remote entry level design engineer jobs?
Yes, though most design engineering roles at the entry level are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of the work. About 18% of entry level design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates open to any location will find more options than those searching within a single city.
Are these new grad design engineer jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior design engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work or academic projects in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites recent graduates to apply. Candidates who are ABD on a degree or just finished a relevant co-op often qualify for new grad postings as well.
Which industries hire the most entry level design engineers?
Entry Level design engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they have continuous product development cycles and structured onboarding programs built to bring junior engineers up to speed quickly.