Electrical Design Validation Engineer

Capgemini Engineering; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,200 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A global engineering services leader seeks an experienced Electrical Design Validation Engineer in San Jose, CA. The candidate will validate power and high-speed interfaces in hardware prototypes and manage end-to-end hardware development. Responsibilities include requirement analysis, board testing, and compliance certification. Applicants should have experience with various processors, electrical validation skills, and proficiency with design tools. Competitive compensation ranges from $65,200 to $169,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with Power PC/ARM/NXP/Intel processors.
• Hands on experience in high-speed testing.
• Experience in product end-to-end validation/testing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for end-to-end hardware development life cycle.
• Coordinate client teams for project delivery.
• Perform various hardware testing including functional and compliance.

Skills

Electrical Validations

High speed interface testing

Debugging electronics circuits & design

Scripting tools / Python for automations

Tools

Orcad

Allegro

DxDesigner

Design Entry HDL

Mentor Physical viewer

Valor

GC Preview tools

High speed oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Traffic Generator

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Design Validation Engineer

Location: San Jose CA

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life‑saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

About the job you’re considering:

Looking for experienced Electrical design validation engineer for validating the power and high‑speed interfaces in hardware prototypes consists of SOC and peripherals using hardware test equipment.

Your Role:

• Responsible for end-to-end hardware development life cycle - requirement analysis, architecture design / analysis, implementation, testing, validation, compliance certification to General Availability (GA)
• Responsible for Board bring up, functional, power, high speed interface, thermal and system integration testing
• Client team coordination and project delivery
• Leverage knowledge on Signal Integrity and Power Integrity analysis,
• Familiar with regulatory compliance certification testing

Your Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Power PC/ARM/NXP/Intel processors, Microcontrollers, FPGA, CPLD, FLASH, eMMC, DDR 3/4, MII/GMII/SGMII, SERDES, PCI/PCIE Gen1/2/3, SFP, POE+, USB, LVDS interfaces
• Key Skills: Electrical Validations, High speed interface testing, Debugging electronics circuits & design
• Experience in characterizing high‑speed including Electrical compliance testing
• Experience in Product end to end validation/testing
• Experience in schematics and layout design tools like Orcad, Allegro, DxDesigner, Design Entry HDL, Mentor Physical viewer, Valor, GC Preview tools
• Hands on experience in using high speed oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generators, Traffic Generator, SSA, VNA, DC Electronic Loads, Power Supply and Current Probes
• Experience in PDN, EMI/EMC, Timing, Thermal & Power analysis and testing
• Knowledge on scripting tools / Python for automations

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $65,200 - $169,000 / year

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees.

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A‑F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice:

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.