FPGA Validation Engineer for High-Reliability Oil & Gas

SIDRAM TECHNOLOGIES; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in engineering solutions seeks an FPGA Design & Validation Engineer to develop high-reliability systems for the oil and gas industry. The ideal candidate will have strong VHDL skills and experience in low power and high temperature environments. Key responsibilities include implementing VHDL code, leading hardware-in-the-loop testing, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a B.E./M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in FPGA development, preferably in industrial automation, subsea electronics, or downhole tools.
• Strong analytical mindset for debugging in complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement synthesizable VHDL code optimized for low power consumption.
• Lead hardware-in-the-loop testing in the lab to simulate harsh conditions.
• Develop and test communication bridges like Modbus and Ethernet/IP.
• Design robust memory interfaces and error correction for data logging.
• Maintain documentation of testing protocols and validation results.

Skills

VHDL

Hardware-in-the-loop testing

Digital probing

Power analysis

ADC/DAC interfacing

Education

B.E./M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado

Intel Quartus

Job description

A technology company specializing in engineering solutions seeks an FPGA Design & Validation Engineer to develop high-reliability systems for the oil and gas industry. The ideal candidate will have strong VHDL skills and experience in low power and high temperature environments. Key responsibilities include implementing VHDL code, leading hardware-in-the-loop testing, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a B.E./M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience.