DFT Engineer

About this role

Job Details: Job Description: About the Role Intel's CPU Cores Engineering organization is looking for a motivated Junior Design-for-Test (DFT) Engineer to join the ATPG team developing next-generation CPU technologies. In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers on the development, integration, and validation of DFT solutions for complex CPU core designs. The position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced semiconductor technologies, ATPG methodologies, silicon bring-up, and production test flows

You will collaborate with teams across design, verification, validation, and manufacturing while building deep technical expertise in DFT and test methodologies. Key Responsibilities: Support ATPG generation, fault coverage analysis, and pattern debug activities. Participate in DFT integration and verification for features such as Scan, MBIST, and TAP/JTAG

Work with senior engineers to develop and debug manufacturing test content. Assist in analyzing stuck-at and transition fault coverage results. Contribute to RTL-level DFT implementation and validation activities

Develop scripts and automation tools to improve DFT workflows and debug efficiency. Collaborate with design, validation, and physical design teams to support project execution. Support silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug activities

Qualifications: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Basic understanding of digital design fundamentals and computer architecture. Familiarity with Verilog/SystemVerilog and RTL concepts. Exposure to DFT concepts such as Scan, ATPG, MBIST, or JTAG/TAP through coursework, projects, internships, or prior experience

Programming or scripting experience in Python, Perl, TCL, or similar languages. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good communication and teamwork abilities

Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced engineering environment. Preferred Qualifications Internship or acad

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