PnP System Validation and Integration Engineer

Job Title

PnP System Validation and Integration Engineer

Role Summary

Validate processor power and performance across pre-silicon, bring-up, and mass-production phases. Define and execute test methodology, develop test tools, run measurements, and debug complex platform-level failures. Work closely with architects, logic designers, software teams, and validation groups locally and internationally.

Experience Level

Mid-level; target experience: 3–6 years working with processor architecture or at the system/platform level, including operating-system level work and silicon/platform validation.

Responsibilities

Primary duties include:

• Design, define and execute power and performance test plans for processors and platforms.
• Perform measurements, analysis, and optimization of power and performance using lab equipment and custom tools.
• Debug complex failures across hardware, firmware and software boundaries during bring-up and validation phases.
• Develop and maintain test infrastructure, scripts and automation (primarily Python).
• Collaborate with architects, design, software and global validation teams to set goals and methodologies.
• Drive issues to resolution and document findings to support mass-production readiness.

Requirements

Key skills and experience required or preferred:

• Must-have: 3–6 years experience at processor architecture or system/platform level; experience in Silicon/Platform Validation preferred.
• Must-have: Proficient in Python for test automation and data analysis.
• Nice-to-have: C++ programming experience.
• Practical familiarity with hardware testing methods and laboratory equipment.
• Understanding of computer systems including interactions between hardware, firmware and OS.
• Good communication skills and demonstrated ability to drive and complete tasks in cross-functional teams.

Education Requirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

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.