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Sr Physical Design Engineer (Synopsys Fusion GF 12LP) Remote – Full Time Contract
Job Location:
Job Location:
Rochester, NH - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 150000 - 165000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
10 September 2026 (8 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Sr Physical Design Engineer (Synopsys Fusion / GF 12LP) - Remote Full Time / Contract
Full-time:SalaryBenefitsBonuses/Contractor
WorkStatus: USCitizenorLawfulPermanentResident.
We have an immediate need for an expert Physical Design Engineer to drive a high-speed design across the finish line. You will be working on a 1GHz AES hard macro targeted for the GlobalFoundries 12LP (12nm FinFET) process node. The design is nearly complete; your primary objective upon joining will be the final cleanup of 7 remaining DRC/ERC errors completing fill insertion and executing the final Calibre signoff checks for tape-out.
Core Technical Environment & Ongoing Responsibilities: Beyond this immediate milestone you will take ownership of the RTL-to-GDSII flow for our next-generation SoCs pushing the limits of Power Performance and Area (PPA).
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is between $150000 to $165000 which also includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Full-Time Benefits:
15 days of PTO per calendar year
10 paid Holidays per calendar year
Comprehensive Medical Benefits: Company covers 80% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
Dental & Vision: Company covers 50% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
Voluntary Benefits: Life Insurance FSA (Health and Dependent Limited Purpose) HAS and Gap Insurance
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
401k - Traditional & Roth
Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
Encore Semi Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race religion creed color age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression national origin genetics ancestry marital status civil union status medical condition disability (mental and physical) military and veteran status pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.
Encore Semi is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
LinkedIn :: Experience:
Full-time:SalaryBenefitsBonuses/Contractor
WorkStatus: USCitizenorLawfulPermanentResident.
We have an immediate need for an expert Physical Design Engineer to drive a high-speed design across the finish line. You will be working on a 1GHz AES hard macro targeted for the GlobalFoundries 12LP (12nm FinFET) process node. The design is nearly complete; your primary objective upon joining will be the final cleanup of 7 remaining DRC/ERC errors completing fill insertion and executing the final Calibre signoff checks for tape-out.
Core Technical Environment & Ongoing Responsibilities: Beyond this immediate milestone you will take ownership of the RTL-to-GDSII flow for our next-generation SoCs pushing the limits of Power Performance and Area (PPA).
- Implementation: Execute block-level and top-level physical design (floorplanning CTS routing) using the Synopsys Fusion Design Platform (Fusion Compiler).
- Timing & Signoff: Drive STA parasitic extraction and timing closure across multiple corners using PrimeTime and StarRC.
- FinFET Optimization: Address 12nm FinFET challenges including advanced routing rules EM/IR-drop analysis (Ansys RedHawk) and complex SDC constraint management.
- Verification: Perform DRC LVS and antenna checks using Calibre and Synopsys IC Validator (ICV).
- Automation: Maintain robust Tcl Python or Perl scripts to automate workflows.
- 10 years of industry experience in ASIC physical design with successful tape-outs on advanced FinFET nodes (14nm/12nm/7nm).
- Deep expertise in rapid DRC/LVS/ERC closure and final tape-out procedures.
- Hands-on mastery of Synopsys Fusion Compiler (or ICC2) and PrimeTime.
- Strong scripting skills (Tcl Python Bash).
- Preferred: Direct experience with the GlobalFoundries 12LP/12LP node and Mentor Calibre.
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is between $150000 to $165000 which also includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Full-Time Benefits:
15 days of PTO per calendar year
10 paid Holidays per calendar year
Comprehensive Medical Benefits: Company covers 80% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
Dental & Vision: Company covers 50% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
Voluntary Benefits: Life Insurance FSA (Health and Dependent Limited Purpose) HAS and Gap Insurance
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
401k - Traditional & Roth
Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
Encore Semi Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race religion creed color age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression national origin genetics ancestry marital status civil union status medical condition disability (mental and physical) military and veteran status pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.
Encore Semi is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
LinkedIn :: Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Encore Semi provides engineering services and solutions to the Semiconductor and Electronics industries, using highly advanced technologies and tools. Our Teams of Engineers provide custom engineering solutions for semiconductor product companies, OEMs developing IP or SoC, and Subsy ... View more
