Computer Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical profession that designs and evaluates the hardware structure of computers to realize high-performance and highly reliable electronic computers.
Description
Computer design engineers specialize in the design and verification of hardware components that constitute computers, such as processor cores, memory, and input/output circuits. They perform logic synthesis using HDL (Verilog/VHDL), FPGA evaluation, circuit simulation, timing analysis, and power consumption optimization, and handle everything consistently up to prototype boards and ASIC/SoC development. They require a wide range of specialized knowledge and teamwork, including architecture design according to system requirements, implementation of high-speed interfaces and signal processing circuits, and coordination with manufacturing technologies.
Future Outlook
Demand is steadily increasing due to the expansion of demand for semiconductors for IoT and AI, and automotive/embedded devices. As power-saving and high-performance technologies advance, the market value of highly specialized design engineers increases.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity or spirit of inquiry / Has logical thinking / Has patience / Meticulous and cautious
Work Style
Office Attendance / Research and Development / Team Development
Career Path
Assistant Engineer → Junior Hardware Engineer → Senior Hardware Engineer → Design Leader → Project Manager
Required Skills
Analog Circuit Design / Circuit Simulation / Digital Circuit Design / FPGA Design (Development Environment) / HDL
Recommended Skills
ASIC Design / Automation and Analysis / Interface Standards Knowledge / PCB Design
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to logically assemble complex circuit configurations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute design errors directly lead to malfunctions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced quantitative analysis such as timing analysis and power calculations is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because investigating the causes of signal quality and timing issues occurs frequently. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so low physical load. |
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Aliases
- Computer Hardware Design Engineer
- FPGA Design Engineer
- Hardware Engineer
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