Senior Power Validation Engineer – Automation

Jobs Paloaltonetworks

California

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USD 125,000 - 201,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Hardware Engineer in California to perform hands-on validation testing of power delivery circuits (DC/DC, LDO, load switches) and collaborate with cross-functional teams on board power design reviews and characterization.

You'll work with board design, mechanical, signal integrity, and lab teams, contributing to system bring-up and reliability while developing automation scripts to improve test throughput and data analysis.

Qualifications

Lab instrumentation and measurement expertise with VNA, oscilloscope, DMM, and programmable power supplies.
Power analysis with Arb generator; familiarity with Keysight N6705 preferred.
Dynamic loading using electronic loads for transient and steady-state profiling.
Python scripting for test automation.
Proficiency with PyVISA/SCPI for instrument control.
Windows batch and Linux shell scripting for automated test setup and execution.
Knowledge of Buck/Boost/LDO regulators and stability/efficiency analysis.
Characterization of capacitors/inductors including ESR/ESL and DC/AC bias effects.
MOSFETs/BJTs for switching and linear applications.
General analog fundamentals: op-amps and sensing circuits.
Experience in new product development teams; networking product experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Board level power design input and schematics review for CPU subsystems and other devices using LDOs and switching regulators.
Execute comprehensive validation test plans for DC/DC converters.
Develop and maintain test scripts to interface with lab equipment for automated, high-throughput data collection.
Leverage AI where possible for automation and analysis of results.
Troubleshoot power system issues including transient response, stability, and thermal management.