Staff Verification Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics is seeking an experienced Staff Verification Engineer to lead mixed-signal verification for automotive power management devices, including PMICs and switching regulators. You will collaborate with Design, Systems, Validation and CAD teams to enable integration and sign-off of complex mixed-signal power chips.

The role emphasizes developing verification environments, RTL/GLS flows, and comprehensive test plans with attention to PVT corners and ISO 26262/AEC‑Q200 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect mixed-signal verification environments for PMIC designs (RNM and AMS).
• Develop verification plans and strategies for automotive PMICs with ISO 26262/AEC-Q200 focus.
• Lead debugging for analog blocks like switched-mode and LDO regulators.
• Set up Gate-Level Simulation (GLS) flows and correlate with RTL results.
• Conduct RTL and gate-level simulations analyzing timing, power and functionality across PVT corners.
• Collaborate with Design, Application Engineering, ATE and Silicon Validation teams for handoffs.
• Troubleshoot complex analog-digital interactions using simulation and measurement.
• Drive tool and methodology improvements and explore AI-based verification solutions.
• Create and maintain verification documentation, test plans and coverage metrics.

Job description

Job Description

Renesas is seeking an experienced Staff Verification Engineer. As mixed-mixed signal verification engineer you will be responsible for the verification and modeling of mixed-signal Automotive power management devices, including PMICs, switching regulators, and related analog IP. You will work closely with design, systems, validation, and CAD teams to drive successful development, integration, and sign-off of complex mixed-signal power chips.

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)
• Lead debugging activities for complex analog blocks including switched-mode regulators, Linear Dropout (LDO) regulators, and mixed-signal interfaces
• Set up and optimize Gate-Level Simulation (GLS) flows, correlating with RTL simulation results to identify and resolve discrepancies
• 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
• 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 metrics

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.