Intern - Validation Engineer (Mixed-Signal ICs)

Cirrus Logic; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic's Mixed-Signal Validation Engineering team is seeking highly motivated interns to support the validation efforts of industry-leading mixed-signal products.

This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to work on high-performance mixed-signal analog converters, Class D digital power amplifiers, and digital interface products, supporting both pre-silicon verification and post-silicon validation efforts.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with mixed-signal product engineering and IC testing.
• Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, waveform generators, power supplies).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving mindset and willingness to iterate on solutions.
• Knowledge of yield analysis and statistical techniques (ANOVA, Regression, GRR).
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Spotfire, JMP, Excel, and PDF.
• Understanding of high-volume production ramps and test hardware debugging.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in the development and production of mixed-signal and analog semiconductor ICs.
• Perform electrical bench testing and automated test equipment (ATE) analysis.
• Design and build test hardware for validation and characterization.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize performance and yield data.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including matrix lot reviews, GRR, CPK analysis, and test program release.
• Contribute to yield enhancement and cost reduction initiatives for ramping products.
• Interface with cross-functional teams to manage production ramp deliverables and timelines.

Skills

Mixed-signal test

Lab equipment

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Yield analysis

Data analysis tools

Production ramp knowledge

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Teradyne UFlex

Excerra

Catalyst

Job description

Cirrus Logic's Mixed-Signal Validation Engineering team is seeking highly motivated interns to support the validation efforts of industry-leading mixed-signal products.

This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to work on high-performance mixed-signal analog converters, Class D digital power amplifiers, and digital interface products, supporting both pre-silicon verification and post-silicon validation efforts.