Power and Performance Engineer

Job Title

Power and Performance Engineer

Role Summary

As a Power and Performance (PnP) Engineer on Intel's Client Computing Group, you will execute measurements, analysis, and projections for unlaunched notebook and desktop SoC/CPU platforms. You will debug silicon and platform power/performance issues, coordinate with internal engineering, marketing, and OEM teams, and support product launches.

The role provides data-driven guidance for product positioning, KPIs, and OEM guidance collateral.

Experience Level

Entry-level (College graduate) — typically 1+ years of relevant post-silicon or engineering experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include measurements, analysis, debugging, and cross-team alignment to validate and communicate power and performance for upcoming products.

• Measure and analyze workload performance and power to identify gaps and debug with engineering teams and architects.
• Perform rail-by-rail power measurements of SoC/CPU and platform; diagnose and resolve issues.
• Create power and performance estimates and projections to support marketing decisions and internal KPI targets.
• Publish Power Performance Guide (PPG) collateral to guide OEM customers.
• Bring up, calibrate, and maintain full test platforms to enable accurate, repeatable measurements.
• Align measurement methodology and results with internal teams, field account teams, and marketing.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and relevant hands-on experience; preferred items listed separately.

• Familiarity with ITP/JTAG scripting and board bring-up workflows.
• Experience with power measurements using data acquisition systems (DAQ) in a post-silicon environment.
• Familiarity with industry benchmarks (Procyon, SPEC CPU, WebXPRT, Cinebench, Geekbench, MobileMark, 3DMark, etc.) and ability to analyze benchmark results.
• Ability to set up, calibrate, and validate test platforms for repeatable measurements.
• Experience measuring and analyzing workload and platform power across multiple rails.
• Strong attention to data accuracy and trend analysis.

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of CPU microarchitecture (x86 uarch is a plus).
• Prior experience with Intel or other CPU products in post-silicon engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication; experience producing technical content for technical audiences.
• Self-motivated, fast learner, and able to adapt to changing priorities.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree (BS/MS) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is listed. The posting specifies 1+ years of experience. Qualifications may also be met via a combination of industry experience, internships, or relevant coursework.

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.