Graduate - Validation Engineer

Infineon Technologies; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies seeks a post-silicon validation engineer to perform testing of automotive Ethernet products in a bench lab. You will implement electrical compliance tests, conduct analog characterization, and carry out PVT validation on devices under test.

You will analyze data, summarize findings, and assist design engineers with debugging. Strong Python skills and experience with lab instruments are essential; role requires 100% onsite work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with 0-5 years of experience in post-silicon validation or related bench testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Validate post-silicon Ethernet automotive products in a bench lab.
• Perform standard electrical compliance testing to verify performance.
• Conduct analog characterization testing per application requirements.
• Perform PVT validation on devices under test.
• Analyze test data and summarize results and recommendations.
• Support analog design engineers with issue investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Develop Python scripts to automate test equipment and DUT control.

Skills

Python programming

Ethernet/SerDes/PCIe

Debugging

Test automation

Communication

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

VNAs

Spectrum analyzers

Power supplies

DMMs

Job description

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.

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Your role

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Validation: Perform post-silicon validation of automotive Ethernet products, including PHY and switch devices, in a bench laboratory environment
• Compliance: Implement and execute standard electrical compliance testing to verify product performance and adherence to specifications
• Characterization: Conduct analog characterization testing based on application and customer requirements
• Testing: Perform PVT (Process, Voltage, and Temperature) validation on devices under test (DUT)
• Analysis: Analyze test data and prepare clear summaries of results, findings, and recommendations
• Debugging: Support analog design engineers with issue investigation, debugging, and root cause analysis
• Automation: Develop and utilize Python scripts to automate test equipment and DUT control, improving testing efficiency and productivity

Your profile

Qualifications And Skills To Help You Succeed

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with 0-5 years of experience in post-silicon validation or related bench testing environments
• Programming: Familiarity with Python or other programming languages, with the ability to quickly learn and develop Python-based automation solutions
• Protocols: Knowledge of Ethernet, SerDes, and PCIe technologies is preferred
• Debugging: Strong hands‑on troubleshooting and debug skills with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues
• Detail Orientation: Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality in testing and analysis
• Communication: Ability to clearly communicate test results, findings, and issues in an accurate and timely manner
• Instrumentation: Experience using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, and digital multimeters (DMMs)
• Documentation: Ability to read and interpret datasheets, PCB schematics, and industry standards/specifications
• Learning Agility: Self‑motivated with the ability to quickly learn new technologies, tools, and processes independently
• Available to Work Onsite: This position will require you to be 100% onsite

Additional Information

Infineon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references, successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your on-boarding documents.

In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon's ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon's sole discretion.

Infineon Technologies takes data privacy and identity theft very seriously. As such, we do not request personally-identifiable information (PII) from applicants over the internet or electronically. Please kindly refrain from disclosing your PII electronically during the application process or to unauthorized websites that may purport to be Infineon or any of our affiliates.

Salary pay information

Location

Indicative salary range

Location, United States

Wage range that the company expects to pay for a qualified candidate:

US$ 92,000 - US$ 102,000

Hourly rate will depend on the highest level of education completed.

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.

Are you in?

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