PCB Hardware Validation Engineer

Etched
San Jose, CA
Category Engineering
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated PCB Hardware Validation Engineer to validate printed circuit board (PCB) functionality and ensure robust power and signal margins across all interfaces.

Requirements

  • Perform PCB functional verification to ensure all features meet design specifications, including validation of power and signal integrity margins
  • Collect and analyze lab data to verify power delivery, signal integrity, and overall system robustness
  • Support post-silicon validation by identifying key performance metrics and conducting PVT, power, and thermal characterization
  • Evaluate PCIe performance, including signal integrity, eye opening measurements (EOM), and bit error rate (BER), to ensure adequate operating margins
  • Identify hardware issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive issues to resolution in collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Design and execute DOE experiments to debug hardware issues and optimize system performance
  • Validate power sequencing, microcontroller functionality, and conduct power efficiency, noise, and transient analysis
  • Perform detailed characterization of I2C bus systems to ensure compliance with design requirements
  • Track and document PCB issues and validation results, ensuring clear communication with relevant stakeholders
  • Collaborate closely with design, firmware, and system engineering teams to ensure end-to-end hardware quality

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
  • $500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
  • Housing subsidy of $2k per month for those living within walking distance of the office
  • Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
  • Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
  • Daily lunch and dinner in our office
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