Graduate Power, Thermal and Performance Validation Engineer
Intel CorporationJob Title
Graduate Power, Thermal and Performance Validation Engineer
Role Summary
Validate and optimize System-on-Chip (SoC) power, thermal, and performance to ensure products meet defined KPIs. Work at the SoC level to analyze, debug, and improve platform power and performance.
Join the Silicon and Platform Engineering Group (SPE) and collaborate with cross-functional firmware, hardware, and system teams on validation, debugging, and optimization activities.
Experience Level
Entry-level — graduate position. Typical experience: 0–1 years of relevant industry or research experience.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include planning, executing, analyzing, and debugging SoC-level validation and optimization activities.
- Define, develop, and execute SoC-level power, thermal, and performance validation and optimization plans.
- Perform detailed analysis to verify power, thermal, and performance KPIs against targets.
- Perform SoC-level debugging to identify root causes of power, thermal, and performance issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, debug, and refine design implementations.
- Contribute to validation documentation, test plans, and reporting of results.
Requirements
Concise list of required and desirable skills. Degrees and formal education are listed in the Education Requirements section below.
- Must-have: Proficiency in SoC power, thermal, and performance validation and optimization methodologies.
- Must-have: Experience with performance validation, power and performance analysis, and debugging techniques at the system or platform level.
- Must-have: Familiarity with programming/scripting (Python and C) for test automation and analysis.
- Must-have: Strong understanding of platform components and system architecture.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with post-silicon validation methodologies and performance benchmarking tools.
- Nice-to-have: Familiarity with data collection instruments such as DAQs and logic analyzers.
- Nice-to-have: Strong problem-solving skills and experience collaborating across diverse engineering teams.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field is required. A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field is preferred. Typical experience expectation: 0–1+ years with a Bachelor's degree or 0 years with a Master's degree.
About the Company
Company: Intel Corporation
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA
Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.
