Design Engineer II

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Job Description:

Job Title: NCG Digital Designer

Location: Trondheim
Department: Digital Design / Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry-Level (New College Graduate)

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and creative New College Graduate (NCG) Digital Designer to join our dynamic engineering team. As an NCG Digital Designer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and verification of digital integrated circuits and systems. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates with a passion for digital design and innovation to launch their careers in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior engineers to design, implement, and verify digital circuits and systems using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Participate in the development of RTL (Register Transfer Level) code using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Assist in simulation, synthesis, and timing analysis to ensure design functionality and performance.
• Support the integration and validation of digital IP blocks within larger system-on-chip (SoC) architectures.
• Contribute to design reviews, documentation, and project planning activities.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including analog designers, verification engineers, and software developers.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in digital design.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of digital logic design, computer architecture, and hardware description languages (HDLs).
• Familiarity with digital design tools (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics) is a plus.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL) is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally.

What We Offer:

• Mentorship and training from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to cutting-edge digital design projects and technologies.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Inclusive and innovative workplace culture.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and academic transcripts to

We look forward to welcoming talented new graduates to our team

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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