Test Chip Design Lead

Intel is hiring a Test Chip Design Lead. Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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Level rates this role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Python, AI agents and Drc.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
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The role was posted within the past two weeks.

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Lead test chip design and execution for advanced process nodes while deploying an AI and automation strategy for layout and validation tasks.

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Job Details:

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Engineer to lead end-to-end testchip design and execution for advanced process technology nodes. This is a hands-on technical leader role that combines deep expertise in design rule validation, test structure design, and layout execution with strong cross-functional collaboration and program management capabilities.

Drive testchip execution end-to-end by owning the overall schedule across multiple component blocks, serving as the primary accountability owner for quality and delivery through Tape-In while providing hands-on technical guidance to the team.

Apply deep design rule and runset expertise to interpret design rules on advance design process, defining comprehensive test structure requirements and collaborating with yield and process teams to drive iterative design loops to full specification compliance.

Own the full-flow layout execution across all cell heights and layers, from environment setup and test structure layout design through DRC-clean sign-off, enforcing clear quality gates at each stage.

Deliver integration and Tape-In on schedule by driving Testrow Integration covering generation, fill, design checks, and signal plot verification, ensuring all content check-in and health checks are completed before final Tape-In handoff.

Define and deploy an automation and AI strategy targeting repetitive execution tasks — DRC runs, layout automation, test structure validation, and reporting — leveraging AI tools and building agents where applicable to accelerate execution throughput and reduce manual intervention.

Lead cross-site collaboration and communication as the key technical interface between design, yield, process, and integration teams across distributed sites, aligning on specifications, schedules, and priorities while communicating proactively in all directions.

Mentor and grow the team by coaching junior and mid-level engineers on design rule interpretation, test structure methodology, and execution best practices, setting clear expectations and actively raising the technical bar across the group.

Qualifications:

You must possess the below requirements to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field required; Master's degree preferred

8+ years of hands-on experience in layout design, test structure development, and flow methodology, with a strong track record of driving corecells and DUTs to DRC-clean sign-off on advanced process nodes.

Deep knowledge or advance design rules with ability to interpret runset into effective test structure strategies.

Solid understanding of the full testchip design flow from specification and layout through integration and Tape-In delivery.

Proven scripting skills (Python, Tcl, Perl, or equivalent) with experience deploying automation and leveraging AI tools or agents for layout automation and test structure validation.

5+ years of proven experience leading and managing teams with a strong record of delivery, including project progress tracking and reporting across cross-site stakeholders.

Strong written and verbal skills with ability to present complex technical content clearly to technical and management audiences.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location:

Malaysia, Penang

Additional 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/A

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

How we rate this

Test Chip Design Lead at Intel rates 65 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Test Chip Design Lead is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 3 of 4: Works on AI.
The role is based in Malaysia, Penang.
The job was posted on October 13, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Test Chip DesignLayout ExecutionAutomationDesign Rule ValidationPythonAI agentsDrc

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where test chip design was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where layout execution was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where automation was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where design rule validation was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used Python in your day-to-day work.

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