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Intel is seeking a motivated mid-level CAD/EDA Software Engineer to join the Silicon Chassis Automation Tool team. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with the tool lead to develop a chassis automation tool and own key subsystems.
Chassis refers to non-compute infrastructure in any SoC, which provides essential platform services and typically includes interconnects, protocol bridges, clock/reset/power, security, debug/trace/analytics (DTA), RAS error logic, address maps, firmware tables, and more. The chassis automation tool collects user requirements and translates them into detailed parameters representing topology, then generates RTL, register definitions, integration, and verification collateral for the chassis using highly parameterized and configurable sub-components.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- Build a brand new automation platform by defining the tool, schema, and methodology from the ground up
- Directly influence next-generation SoC chassis architectures and delivery
Position Overview
You will work directly with the tool lead and partner with RTL design, verification, and SoC integration teams to code the architectural rules of the interconnect and develop a reliable, testable automation framework that produces expected results. AI-assisted workflows are part of everyday development here. Consistent execution against schedule and quality goals is expected.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a chassis automation tool that meets requirements across multiple SoC programs, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and extensibility
- Understand automation tool requirements and build tooling and infrastructure to translate those requirements into working code, generating outputs such as RTL, RDL, verification collateral, timing, and integration artifacts
- Integrate with silicon frontend and backend tool flows to enable robust validation and quality checks across generated artifacts (e.g., RTL, Verilog, SDC, RDL), ensuring correctness and consistency
- Work closely with the tool lead, architecture, RTL design, verification, and SoC integration teams to ensure the tool accurately produces outputs that meet downstream expectations
- Follow and improve best practices in software design, testing, and maintainability, elevating overall team effectiveness
- Set up and maintain the CI /CD regression pipeline
- Implement specific rule functions, write unit tests, and extend coverage as needed
You should demonstrate the following professional traits to be successful
- Detail-oriented and organized, with comfort owning well-scoped subsystems and delivering on clear milestones
- Collaborative and communicative, able to work effectively across design, verification, and integration teams
- Execution-focused, with a track record of consistent delivery against schedule and quality goals
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 4+ years of experience in CAD/EDA tooling or design automation, or a Master's degree in a related field with 3+ years of experience
- 3+ years of Python or a similar language, with hands-on experience building software systems or frameworks, including packaging, testing, and CLI tool development
- Experience designing and validating structured schemas using formats such as JSON or YAML
- Knowledge of software engineering fundamentals including version control (Git), code reviews, unit/integration testing, and CI/CD practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of digital SoC design concepts, including RTL hierarchy, synthesis flows, and parameterized IP design
- Working knowledge of SystemVerilog to understand and validate generated design outputs
- Experience with Network-on-Chip (NoC) architectures or high-performance interconnect protocols such as AXI, CHI, PCIe, UCIe, or similar
- Familiarity with IP packaging, configuration, and integration methodologies, including standards such as IP-XACT
- Exposure to industry EDA tools and design flows
- Knowledge of graph-based algorithms or data structures relevant to topology generation, connectivity modeling, or routing problems
- Experience in GUI development with modern UI frameworks such as Qt/QML, React, Electron etc. Strong understanding of object-oriented design, design patterns, and software architecture principles.
Job Type:
Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, California, Santa ClaraAdditional 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/ABenefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.Job Details:
Job Description:
About the Team
Intel is seeking a motivated mid-level CAD/EDA Software Engineer to join the Silicon Chassis Automation Tool team. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with the tool lead to develop a chassis automation tool and own key subsystems.
Chassis refers to non-compute infrastructure in any SoC, which provides essential platform services and typically includes interconnects, protocol bridges, clock/reset/power, security, debug/trace/analytics (DTA), RAS error logic, address maps, firmware tables, and more. The chassis automation tool collects user requirements and translates them into detailed parameters representing topology, then generates RTL, register definitions, integration, and verification collateral for the chassis using highly parameterized and configurable sub-components.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- Build a brand new automation platform by defining the tool, schema, and methodology from the ground up
- Directly influence next-generation SoC chassis architectures and delivery
Position Overview
You will work directly with the tool lead and partner with RTL design, verification, and SoC integration teams to code the architectural rules of the interconnect and develop a reliable, testable automation framework that produces expected results. AI-assisted workflows are part of everyday development here. Consistent execution against schedule and quality goals is expected.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a chassis automation tool that meets requirements across multiple SoC programs, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and extensibility
- Understand automation tool requirements and build tooling and infrastructure to translate those requirements into working code, generating outputs such as RTL, RDL, verification collateral, timing, and integration artifacts
- Integrate with silicon frontend and backend tool flows to enable robust validation and quality checks across generated artifacts (e.g., RTL, Verilog, SDC, RDL), ensuring correctness and consistency
- Work closely with the tool lead, architecture, RTL design, verification, and SoC integration teams to ensure the tool accurately produces outputs that meet downstream expectations
- Follow and improve best practices in software design, testing, and maintainability, elevating overall team effectiveness
- Set up and maintain the CI /CD regression pipeline
- Implement specific rule functions, write unit tests, and extend coverage as needed
You should demonstrate the following professional traits to be successful
- Detail-oriented and organized, with comfort owning well-scoped subsystems and delivering on clear milestones
- Collaborative and communicative, able to work effectively across design, verification, and integration teams
- Execution-focused, with a track record of consistent delivery against schedule and quality goals
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 4+ years of experience in CAD/EDA tooling or design automation, or a Master's degree in a related field with 3+ years of experience
- 3+ years of Python or a similar language, with hands-on experience building software systems or frameworks, including packaging, testing, and CLI tool development
- Experience designing and validating structured schemas using formats such as JSON or YAML
- Knowledge of software engineering fundamentals including version control (Git), code reviews, unit/integration testing, and CI/CD practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of digital SoC design concepts, including RTL hierarchy, synthesis flows, and parameterized IP design
- Working knowledge of SystemVerilog to understand and validate generated design outputs
- Experience with Network-on-Chip (NoC) architectures or high-performance interconnect protocols such as AXI, CHI, PCIe, UCIe, or similar
- Familiarity with IP packaging, configuration, and integration methodologies, including standards such as IP-XACT
- Exposure to industry EDA tools and design flows
- Knowledge of graph-based algorithms or data structures relevant to topology generation, connectivity modeling, or routing problems
- Experience in GUI development with modern UI frameworks such as Qt/QML, React, Electron etc. Strong understanding of object-oriented design, design patterns, and software architecture principles.
Job Type:
Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, California, Santa ClaraAdditional 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/ABenefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.Tool Engineer Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Aerospace & Defense
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tool engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for tool and fixture design
- Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards
- Experience with CNC machining processes, cutting tool selection, and speeds and feeds optimization
- Familiarity with PFMEA, control plans, and APQP or PPAP documentation in a manufacturing environment
- Two or more years of hands-on tooling, fixture, or manufacturing process engineering experience
Tips for Your Tool Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for each specialization
Tool engineers get hired across very different sub-fields. If you design jigs and fixtures, lead with CAD and GD&T. If you focus on cutting tools, highlight speeds, feeds, and material experience. A single generic resume loses both audiences.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tool engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify tooling improvements on your resume
Hiring managers want outcomes, not responsibilities. Replace phrases like 'improved tool life' with specifics such as cycle time reductions, scrap rate drops, or cost savings from tooling changes you led or contributed to directly.
Target postings that list your exact CAD platform
Tool engineering roles specify CAD software more strictly than most engineering titles. Filter openings by the platform you know best, whether SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo, so your application clears automated screening without needing to explain a software gap.
Prepare for a hands-on technical screen
Many tool engineer interviews include a practical component: a fixture sketch, a tolerance stack-up problem, or a failure analysis scenario on a real part. Review GD&T fundamentals and be ready to walk through your design reasoning out loud, not just your conclusions.
Negotiate around relocation and shop access
Tool engineering is predominantly on-site or hybrid because the work involves physical tooling. When an offer comes in, clarify which facilities you'll be based at and whether relocation support is included before discussing base compensation.
Tool Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tool engineers?
The companies hiring the most tool engineers right now include Northrop Grumman, Boeing, and SpaceX, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Automotive and aerospace manufacturers consistently account for the largest volume of postings.
How many tool engineer jobs are remote?
About 26% of tool engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because the role typically requires physical access to tooling, machines, and shop floors. Sub-areas like tooling program management, quoting, and supplier development are most likely to offer hybrid or occasional remote arrangements.
How do you become a tool engineer?
Start with a mechanical or manufacturing engineering degree, then build hands-on experience through internships or co-ops in machining, stamping, injection molding, or assembly environments. Develop proficiency in at least one major CAD platform and learn GD&T thoroughly. From there, entry-level roles in process or manufacturing engineering are the most common path into a dedicated tool engineering title.
Can you get a tool engineer job with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to compensate with technical depth in adjacent areas. Candidates coming from machinist, CNC operator, or manufacturing technician backgrounds have a real advantage because they understand tooling from the shop floor up. Highlighting personal projects, coursework in fixture design, or any exposure to PFMEA and control plans will strengthen an entry-level application significantly.
What does the tool engineer interview process look like?
Most tool engineer interviews include an initial phone or video screen focused on your background and CAD experience, followed by a technical interview where you'll work through fixture or tooling design problems, tolerance stack-ups, or failure scenarios. Final rounds often involve a panel with manufacturing, quality, and program engineering stakeholders who assess how you communicate design decisions to cross-functional teams.
Where can I find and apply to tool engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to tool engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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