CPU Physical Electrical Analysis Engineer, Santa Clara/Austin
QualcommCPU Physical Electrical Analysis Engineer, Santa Clara/Austin
QualcommLocation
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/18/2026
Compensation
$198,700 - $298,100 per year
Job description
As a Physical Electrical Analysis Engineer at Qualcomm, you will be part of a team dedicated to transforming the industry through innovative silicon solutions. Your role will focus on driving electrical analysis and closure at both block and top levels for high-performance CPU solutions. You will collaborate with world-class engineers to enhance performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. This position is open to candidates in Santa Clara and Austin, with compensation adjusted based on location.
Requirements
- Proficient in EMIR tools like Redhawk and Voltus.
- Basic knowledge of physical design flow and standard PnR tools.
- Experience with TCL, Perl, and Python scripting languages.
- Effective communication skills with cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years, or a PhD with 4+ years.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive electrical analyses at both block and top levels, including static/dynamic IR assessment, power/signal electromigration (EM) analysis, and electrostatic discharge (ESD) evaluations.
- Ensure thorough verification of electrical properties at both block and top levels.
- Develop power grid specifications in alignment with power, performance, and area objectives of various SOC blocks.
- Implement power grids utilizing industry-standard place-and-route (PnR) tools.
- Collaborate extensively with the PI team to enhance overall Power Distribution Network (PDN) performance.
Benefits
- Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
198
FY2026
Approval rate
98.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
59,278
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-22%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+30%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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