Power Validation Engineer

NVIDIA Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a System Power Validation Engineer in Santa Clara to design, debug, and validate power systems for GPUs, MGX servers, automotive, robotics, and more. You will work with design, validation, silicon, and vendor teams to root cause issues and improve power solutions.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in power validation, strong knowledge of power electronics fundamentals, and proficiency in C/C++, JavaScript, and Linux. Equity and benefits are offered as part of the package.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Power Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of related experience in power validation.
• Proven understanding of power electronics fundamentals, with experience in closed-loop control, innovative 48V topologies, multiphase regulators, high power density architecture, PDN impedance analysis, power devices, and power management.
• Deep technical knowledge of telemetry and protection management, design for debugging, security, safety and reliability, and failure analysis.
• Experience with power circuit design, magnetics, modeling, failure analysis, performance analysis, bring-up, debug, and verification.
• Proficiency in various programming and scripting languages, including C/C++ and JavaScript, as well as Linux.
• Proficiency with development and simulation tools, lab equipment setup, and fixing skills.
• Team-oriented demeanor, with a 'can do' attitude and excitement for solving multi-disciplinary challenges in fast-paced, layered environments.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; organized, team-oriented, and effective in working with management, collaborators, peers, suppliers, and customers.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, problem-solving, cross-disciplinary, and program management skills.

Responsibilities

• System/board level debug and validation of NVIDIA's products in fields like GPU cards, MGX servers, automotive, robotics, industrial PC, and consumer electronics to ensure the highest quality products reach the market.
• Managing and accomplishing system power bring-up and debug processes.
• Collaborating with power vendors to resolve issues and improve our power solutions.
• Develop and simulate power solution test platforms.
• Supporting the improvement of future products and power solution roadmaps.
• Working closely with the design, validation, system design, system validation, silicon design, thermal/mechanical design teams, and vendors to root cause bugs and issues.
• Contributing to the development of new power validation procedures

Skills

Power electronics fundamentals

Telemetry and protection management

Debug and verification

C/C++ programming

JavaScript

Linux

Leadership / program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Power Electronics/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Lab equipment setup

Development and simulation tools

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent.

As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

NVIDIA is looking for motivated System Power Validation Engineers to use your creativity to work at NVIDIA with the highly inventive team.

What you'll be doing:

• System/board level debug and validation of NVIDIA's products in fields like GPU cards, MGX servers, automotive, robotics, industrial PC, and consumer electronics to ensure the highest quality products reach the market.


• Managing and accomplishing system power bring-up and debug processes.


• Collaborating with power vendors to resolve issues and improve our power solutions.


• Develop and simulate power solution test platforms.


• Supporting the improvement of future products and power solution roadmaps.


• Working closely with the design, validation, system design, system validation, silicon design, thermal/mechanical design teams, and vendors to root cause bugs and issues.


• Contributing to the development of new power validation procedures

What we need to see:

• BS, MS, or PhD in Power Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree (or equivalent experience).


• 2+ years of related experience in power validation.


• Proven understanding of power electronics fundamentals, with experience in closed-loop control, innovative 48V topologies, multiphase regulators, high power density architecture, Power Distribution Network (PDN) impedance analysis, power devices, and power management.


• Deep technical knowledge of telemetry and protection management, design for debugging, security, safety and reliability, and failure analysis.


• Experience with power circuit design, magnetics, modeling, failure analysis, performance analysis, bring-up, debug, and verification.


• Proficiency in various programming and scripting languages, including C/C++ and JavaScript, as well as Linux.


• Proficiency with development and simulation tools, lab equipment setup, and fixing skills.


• Team-oriented demeanor, with a \"can do\" attitude and excitement for solving multi-disciplinary challenges in fast-paced, layered environments.


• Good verbal and written communication skills; organized, team-oriented, and effective in working with management, collaborators, peers, suppliers, and customers.


• Strong leadership, facilitation, problem-solving, cross-disciplinary, and program management skills.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 108,000 USD - 184,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 26, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.