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Design Engineer III - RTL-to-GDSII

BC Forward
Sunnyvale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

Job Title: Design Engineer III - RTL-to-GDSII

Location: Dallas, TX or Sunnyvale, CA

Duration: Contract - 11 months

Pay Range: $75/hr $81/hr (W2)

Job ID: 373412

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Design Engineer III to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in RTL-to-GDSII low-power design, power analysis, and automation and a proven ability to analyze and reduce power, build scalable flows, and provide actionable guidance to RTL teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform comprehensive power analysis across design stages from RTL to GDSII.
  • Develop, improve, and automate power analysis flows, including large-scale data gathering and modeling.
  • Investigate power inefficiencies and deliver feedback to RTL design teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience with RTL-to-GDSII design flow usage and development in advanced nodes (7nm and below).
  • Expertise in low-power implementation and signoff, including power gating, multiple voltage rails, and UPF.
  • Hands-on power analysis and reduction using tools such as PrimeTime PX or PrimePower.
  • Proficiency in scripting with emphasis on Python and ML/AI frameworks.
  • Working knowledge of RTL design principles.
  • Experience in RTL power optimization using tools such as PowerArtist.
  • Ability to learn quickly, explore new ideas, and iterate to optimal results.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with synthesis and Place and Route (PnR) flows.
  • Experience analyzing IP power characteristics and building runtime estimation models for software or firmware use.
  • Skills in data analysis and modeling, including application of machine learning approaches.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science required.
  • Master's degree preferred.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Opportunities for growth with global clients.
  • A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

Fair Chance Notice

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may relate to material job duties such as adherence to policies, sound judgment, stress management, safe and respectful collaboration, trustworthiness, meeting client expectations and standards, and safeguarding business operations and company reputation.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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