ASIC Power Engineer

Job Title: Asic Power Engineer V

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Duration: Contract, up to 2 years!

Pay Range: $110/hr $118/hr (W2)

Job ID: 371391

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 an ASIC Power Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting AR/VR products. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in ASIC power analysis, PPA optimization, and low-power methodologies and a proven ability to analyze and optimize RTL and netlist power while driving tool-based automation and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Perform PPA optimization using Synopsys Fusion Compiler.
• Conduct RTL- and netlist-level power analysis.
• Develop scripts and post-processing flows to convert formats, extract insights, and analyze report logs.
• Set up, run, debug, and analyze ASIC flows including Synthesis, Physical Design, Power, and Timing.
• Implement select RTL blocks and power intent using UPF.
• Document methodologies and communicate results with clarity.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 10+ years as an ASIC power engineer, CAD engineer, or physical design engineer.
• Proficiency with power estimation tools and synthesis; exposure to physical design flows.
• Knowledge of power trade-offs across design and back-end implementation.
• Hands-on scripting and data analysis using Python and Tcl; SystemVerilog familiarity.
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Synopsys DC, ICC, PTPX/PrimePower, VCS, Verdi and/or Cadence Joules.
• Python and Perl scripting for automation and data post-processing.
• Excel or Matlab for model fitting, visualization, and data analysis.
• Low-power design experience, including UPF-based power intent and methodologies.
• Silicon power characterization and IP/SoC-level power profiling.
• Background or interest in applying power methods to Machine Learning workloads.

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

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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