Validation Engineer Intern

The Validation Engineering Intern assists other validation team members in performing extensive bench testing and data collection to ensure that our integrated circuits meet the performance and functionality targets. Validation engineering interns also work closely with design engineers to assist in performing experiments and in-depth investigations for future designs. It is not necessary to meet all job requirements to be a qualified candidate for the position. ## Responsibilities - Automate lab data collection and data analysis using python programming language - Work on schematic design of high-speed signal PCB - Debug and analyze failures in devices returned by customers - Develop and document bench testing platforms for device validation and characterization - Conduct work for timing products including but not limited to synthesizers, buffers, analog and digital PLLs - Elaborate validation plans and execute validation tasks - Analyze bench data and prepare reports summarizing device performance ## Qualifications & Requirements - Active enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate engineering degree program - Field of Study: Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related technical field - Hands-on experience in the following areas is a plus: serial communication protocols (I2C, SPI, RS232, UART, USB, CAN) - Hands-on experience in the following areas is a plus: design tools for schematic and layout of mixed-signal PCB, preferably Allegro - Hands-on experience in the following areas is a plus: PCB signal integrity simulation tools, preferably Hyperlynx and Ansys - Hands-on experience in the following areas is a plus: PLLs and timing devices including synthesizers and buffers - One year experience of regular use of python language (plus) - Knowledge of lab automation using LabVIEW and/or python (plus) - Prior industry experience is a plus - English proficiency is required, including the ability to effectively communicate, collaborate, and perform job responsibilities in a professional business environment ## Desired Characteristics & Attributes - Good communication skills (written and verbal) - Problem solver - Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions - Hands-on attitude in a lab environment - A positive attitude and motivation to learn new skills - High level of self-motivation and drive to make an impact