SAN FRANCISCO, CA, June 24, 2025 – At the 2025 Design Automation Conference, Siemens Digital Industries Software introduced a set of AI-enabled tools aimed at improving efficiency across the EDA workflow. The tools apply AI to different stages of the design process to improve efficiency and reduce development time. Siemens is demonstrating how this approach addresses the demands of complex design projects. Further details on specific capabilities and use cases are being presented throughout the conference.
Siemens is presenting a new EDA AI system, created for semiconductor and PCB design work. This system uses AI to give agentic AI capabilities and automation features within a secure setup. It allows for tailored solutions and works with the entire EDA workflow.
“We are strategically investing in developing sophisticated industrial-grade AI solutions purpose-built for the unique complexities of EDA. This accumulated expertise forms the technological foundation that empowers our customers to bring breakthrough semiconductor and PCB designs to market faster than ever before,” said Mike Ellow, CEO, Siemens EDA, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “Siemens is set to revolutionize the way design teams operate, ushering in a future where generative and agentic AI capabilities are seamlessly integrated into every aspect of the EDA workflow.”
Delivering openness, security and customizability across the entire EDA workflow
Using the EDA AI System, customers can integrate their own EDA data and create custom workflows using advanced AI, enabling teams to deploy AI without disrupting workflows. With enterprise-grade security, customizable access control and flexible deployment options (on-premises or cloud), Siemens delivers data protection within customers’ secure data centers. Additionally, it provides a data flywheel effect using a centralized multimodal data lake that boosts productivity through each interaction while supporting various AI models, including large and small language models, and machine and reinforcement learning.
Leveraging NVIDIA AI technologies to further accelerate EDA workflows
In addition to in-house infrastructure and third-party models, Siemens’ EDA AI system also supports NVIDIA NIM microservices and NVIDIA Llama Nemotron models. NVIDIA NIM enables the deployment of models across cloud, supporting tool orchestration and multi-agent systems. Llama Nemotron adds high context reasoning and tool-calling for intelligent automation across the EDA workflow.
“AI agents can dramatically boost productivity for complex electronic design automation to support engineers across layout optimization, simulation and verification, freeing engineers to focus on creative problem-solving and advanced design challenges,” said Tim Costa, senior director of CAE and CUDA-X at NVIDIA. “With NVIDIA NIM microservices and Llama Nemotron reasoning models, Siemens EDA can speed the development of tomorrow’s most intricate electronic systems.”
Enabling AI capabilities across the Siemens EDA portfolio
Aprisa AI software: Aprisa AI is part of the Aprisa digital implementation solution, providing AI-based functions across the RTL-to-GDS flow. It supports design exploration to optimize power / performance / area (PPA) and includes generative AI assistance with example-driven guidance and solution suggestions.
Aprisa AI includes a natural language interface and supports AI-generated solutions that are customizable and portable. It is designed to improve engineering efficiency, reduce time to tapeout, and enhance power, performance, and area (PPA) across process technologies. The tool aims to support scalability for design teams and compute resources while helping manage development timelines for advanced silicon designs.
Calibre Vision AI software: Calibre Vision AI supports chip integration signoff by grouping design rule violations into organized clusters, allowing teams to identify and address issues more efficiently. This approach helps designers focus on specific areas of the layout and manage verification tasks in a more structured way. The tool also includes a bookmarking feature that records the current analysis state, along with notes and task assignments, to support collaboration between chip integrators and block owners during physical verification. It integrates with existing layout viewers and physical design tools, allowing engineers to work within their current implementation environment.
Solid generative and agentic AI: Solido integrates Siemens’ EDA AI system to apply generative and agent-based AI across its Custom IC platform. These capabilities are applied throughout the custom IC development process, including schematic capture, simulation, variation-aware design and verification, library characterization, layout, and IP validation. The goal is to support design teams by automating tasks, improving workflow consistency, and increasing efficiency across development phases.
Availability
Siemens’ EDA AI system is available across the Siemens EDA portfolio.
Source: Siemens
About Siemens Digital Industries Software
Siemens Digital Industries Software delivers integrated tools and services to support digital transformation across engineering and manufacturing workflows. Its offerings help companies streamline product design, optimize manufacturing, and manage operational data more effectively. The company serves sectors such as automotive, aerospace, industrial equipment, electronics, and consumer goods. Its work in areas like product lifecycle management (PLM) and manufacturing systems plays a key role in advancing digital continuity and efficiency. Headquartered in Plano, TX, it operates as a business unit of Siemens AG.
About Siemens Digital Industries (DI)
Siemens Digital Industries (DI), a division of Siemens AG, focuses on industrial automation and digitalization. Based in Nuremberg, Germany, the division provides software, automation systems, and digital services that support the full product and production lifecycle—from design and engineering to manufacturing and maintenance. With a history extending over six decades, Siemens DI serves key sectors including automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy, and electronics. Its technologies, such as the Xcelerator platform and SIMATIC automation systems, are designed to integrate physical and digital processes, enabling data-driven manufacturing and operational efficiency. The division reports annual revenues exceeding €18 billion and employs approximately 70,000 people globally. Its portfolio supports manufacturers in implementing Industry 4.0 strategies by linking simulation, automation, and real-time data in scalable systems.
About Siemens AG
Siemens AG, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a global technology company operating in sectors such as industry, infrastructure, transportation, and healthcare. Established in 1847, Siemens offers a wide range of products and services including industrial automation systems, digitalization solutions, energy-efficient technologies, and medical diagnostic equipment. In fiscal year 2024, ending September 30, Siemens reported revenues of €75.9 billion and a net income of €9.0 billion. The company employs over 312,000 people worldwide, with approximately 90,000 based in Germany. Siemens is among Europe’s largest industrial manufacturers and plays a significant role in the global markets for automation and industrial software. The company also holds a majority stake in Siemens Healthineers, a prominent medical technology provider. Siemens leverages advanced technologies such as industrial and generative AI to enhance efficiency and sustainability across its customer base.