Staff Validation Engineer, Silicon Validation (DC-DC Converters)

Job Title

Staff Validation Engineer, Silicon Validation (DC-DC Converters)

Role Summary

Technical lead on the Silicon Validation team responsible for post-silicon validation of DC-DC converter products in the Bengaluru lab. Lead validation planning, hands-on silicon bring-up, debugging, and characterization while mentoring junior engineers.

This role focuses on ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability of power-management ICs through test development, board design review, automation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Experience Level

Senior — requires 9+ years of hands-on experience in electrical/electronic post-silicon validation with significant work on DC-DC converters and power-management ICs.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute post-silicon validation activities and drive technical direction for DC-DC converter products.

• Define and own validation test plans and methodologies from silicon bring-up to characterization (performance, reliability, corner testing).
• Perform hands-on bring-up, debugging, and characterization using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, SMUs, electronic loads, spectrum/network analyzers, thermal chambers, etc.).
• Develop custom test setups and validation boards; review PCB schematics and layouts for high-frequency/high-current power circuits.
• Lead root-cause analysis of silicon issues and coordinate resolutions with design, system, firmware, and test teams.
• Define and contribute to automated test scripts, frameworks, and data-analysis workflows to improve validation throughput.
• Mentor and technically ramp up junior validation engineers; promote knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Ensure validation activities meet quality, safety, and ESD protocols and contribute to process improvements and documentation standards.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience for successful execution of the role.

• Extensive hands-on post-silicon validation experience focused on DC-DC converters and power-management ICs.
• Deep knowledge of DC-DC topologies (Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, LDOs, gate drivers), control schemes, and key performance metrics (efficiency, ripple, load transient, stability, EMI/EMC).
• Proficiency in PCB schematic and layout review and validation board design for high-frequency/high-current power circuits.
• Expertise in bench validation methodologies and interpreting measurements from high-bandwidth oscilloscopes, power meters, SMUs, electronic loads, and related equipment.
• Proven ability to perform root-cause analysis and drive cross-functional technical solutions.
• Experience in test planning and executing validation across PVT corners, operating modes, and stress conditions.
• Familiarity with EDA tools for schematic/layout viewing and simulation (examples: Cadence Virtuoso/Spectre, Siemens Calibre, Synopsys tools).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and mentorship skills; ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment with substantial presence in the Bengaluru lab.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.