Senior Principal Design Verification Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

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Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation is seeking a Principal Verification Engineer to lead mixed-signal verification for Automotive PMIC products. The role requires deep expertise in analog, digital, and mixed-signal verification, plus hands-on debugging across power management ICs.

You will mentor junior engineers and drive verification strategy across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate has 12+ years in verification, strong RTL/GLS experience, and a track record interfacing with cross-functional

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related
• 12+ years in mixed-signal or analog circuit verification
• Deep understanding of mixed-signal verification environment architecture
• Hands-on RNM and AMS model integration
• Proficiency in RTL and behavioral simulation tools (Spectre, Xcelium)
• Strong GLS flows and debug skills for analog/digital RTL
• Automotive PMIC design/verification experience
• Verilog, SystemVerilog, SPICE languages
• UVM, assertions, coverage-driven verification
• Inter-domain verification collaboration and strong problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Design and architect mixed-signal verification environments including RNM/AMS
• Develop verification plans for automotive PMIC products with safety standards
• Set up GLS flows and correlate with RTL simulations
• Lead debugging of analog blocks (switchers, LDOs, bandgap) and interfaces
• Conduct RTL and Gate-Level simulations across PVT corners
• Collaborate with Design, Applications, ATE, and Silicon Validation teams
• Mentor junior verification engineers and establish best practices
• Advance verification tooling and explore AI-based solutions
• Document test plans and coverage for audits

Skills

Mixed-signal verification

RTL/Behavioral sim

UVM/Assertions

Analog/digital debugging

Leadership mentoring

Verilog/SystemVerilog

Power management IC

Education

MS/PhD in EE/CE or related

Tools

Spectre

Xcelium

RTL tools

Job description

Position Overview

Renesas is seeking an experienced Principal Verification Engineer to lead the verification efforts for our Automotive PMIC (Power Management Integrated Circuit) product line. This role combines deep expertise in mixed-signal verification methodology with strong leadership capabilities to mentor junior engineers and drive verification strategy across multiple product platforms. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal verification techniques, combined with hands‑on experience debugging complex automotive power management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect mixed-signal verification environments, including Real Number Model (RNM) and AMS (Analog Mixed Signal) model integration for PMIC designs
• Develop and implement comprehensive verification plans and strategies for automotive PMIC products, ensuring compliance with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262, AEC‑Q200)
• Set up and optimize Gate‑Level Simulation (GLS) flows, correlating with RTL simulation results to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Lead debugging activities for complex analog blocks including switched‑mode regulators, Linear Dropout (LDO) regulators, and mixed‑signal interfaces
• Conduct in‑depth RTL and Gate‑Level simulations, analyzing timing, power, and functional correctness across process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) corners
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams: Design, Application Engineering, ATE (Automatic Test Equipment), and Silicon Validation to ensure seamless verification handoffs
• Mentor and lead junior verification engineers, defining best practices and establishing verification methodologies
• Troubleshoot and debug complex design issues involving interactions between analog and digital domains using simulation and measurement techniques
• Drive continuous improvement of verification tools, methodologies, and infrastructure, evaluating emerging verification technologies and AI‑based solutions
• Create and maintain comprehensive verification documentation, test plans, and coverage

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related
• 12+ years of experience in mixed‑signal or analog circuit verification
• Deep understanding of all aspects of mixed‑signal verification environment architecture and implementation
• Hands‑on experience with Real Number Model (RNM) and AMS (Analog Mixed Signal) model integration
• Proficiency in RTL and behavioral simulation tools (e.g., Spectre, Xcelium)
• Strong understanding of Gate‑Level Simulation (GLS) flows and ability to set up and debug GLS simulations
• Proven expertise debugging both analog blocks (switched‑mode regulators, LDO, bandgap, reference circuits) and digital RTL
• Experience with automotive PMIC or power management IC design and verification
• Proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and/or SPICE‑based languages
• Solid understanding of verification methodologies: UVM, assertions, coverage‑driven verification
• Experience interfacing with multiple verification domains: functional, post‑silicon, ATE test correlation
• Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills with strong analytical mindset
• Leadership and mentoring experienc

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual‑use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.