Validation Engineer

Job Title

Validation Engineer

Role Summary

The Digital Validation Engineer is responsible for validating digital circuitry KPIs across platforms per the system compliance matrix. The role focuses on designing automated measurements, preparing instrumentation and test boards, and delivering concise, actionable measurement reports.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Years of experience not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include test planning, automation, and execution for digital validation:

• Define validation scope and KPIs from the system compliance matrix.
• Design and implement automated measurement scripts and frameworks.
• Set up and maintain lab instrumentation, test benches, and validation boards prior to silicon arrival.
• Execute silicon and pre-silicon validation tests and collect measurement data.
• Analyze results and produce concise, clear reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Debug measurement issues and support cross-functional design and bring-up teams.
• Improve and maintain validation infrastructure and test automation.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience:

• Experience in digital validation for SoC/ASIC or complex digital platforms.
• Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation and test bench setup.
• Proficiency in scripting for automation and data analysis (e.g., Python, TCL or similar).
• Ability to produce clear, concise measurement reports and dashboards.
• Experience preparing boards, instrumentation, and scripts before silicon arrival.

Nice-to-have:

• Familiarity with system compliance matrices and KPI-driven validation.
• Experience with version control, CI for test automation, or semiconductor bring-up processes.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.