Renesas Electronics: Staff Validation Engineer — Bengaluru, KA, India

About Renesas Electronics

Renesas Electronics develops semiconductors for automotive, industrial, infrastructure and connected-device applications. Its employer description identifies microcontrollers, system-on-chip devices, analogue components and power products within its portfolio. These components form part of electronic systems made by other manufacturers. Renesas also describes combining complementary products into solutions for customers, connecting individual chips with the needs of an end application. Its business therefore involves both semiconductor technology and how that technology is used in wider electronic products.

The position and its setting

Renesas Electronics lists Staff Validation Engineer in Bengaluru, KA, India, under reference 20031779_2026-08-17. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 8 October 2026
• Brands: Renesas Electronics

Responsibilities and work described

• We are seeking a highly experienced and deeply hands-on Staff Validation Engineer to join our Silicon Validation team in Bengaluru
• In this critical role, you will serve as a technical lead and mentor, driving the post-silicon validation of cutting-edge DC-DC converter products
• Your profound expertise in power electronics, silicon validation methodologies, and PCB design will be instrumental in ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of our next-generation power management ICs
• Not only lead complex validation efforts but also guide and technically ramp up junior validation engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Technical Leadership & Architecture:
• Technical lead for post-silicon validation of complex DC-DC converter products (e.g., LDO, Buck, Boost, Buck-boost, Drivers, Controllers, etc…)
• Development: comprehensive validation test plans and methodologies from silicon bring-up to characterization, focusing on performance, reliability, and robust operation across various load and environmental conditions (including load transient, ripple, parasitic effects)
• Drive the definition and implementation of validation techniques, including automated test development and data analysis
• Hands-on Validation & Debug:
• Execution: hands-on initial silicon bring-up, debugging, and characterization on the bench using advanced lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, power supplies, SMUs, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, thermal chambers, etc.)
• Leadership: root cause analysis of complex silicon issues, collaborating closely with design, system, and test engineering teams to drive timely resolutions
• Development: custom test setups, validation boards (PCB schematics and layout review), and fixtures to thoroughly test DC-DC converter performance
• Mentorship & Guidance:
• Delivery: technical mentorship and guidance to junior validation engineers on DC-DC converter principles, validation methodologies, test planning, debugging techniques, and best practices
• Foster a technical learning environment within the team, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
• Test Development & Automation:

Essential requirements and candidate background

• 9+ years of extensive, hands-on experience in Electrical/Electronic Post-Silicon Validation, with a significant focus on DC-DC converters and power management ICs
• Technical experience in DC-DC converter topologies (e.g., Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, LDOs, Gate Drivers), control schemes, and their critical performance parameters (efficiency, ripple, load transient, stability, EMI/EMC)
• Good proficiency in PCB schematics, layout review, and design considerations for high-frequency, high-current power circuits
• Experience: validation board design is a significant plus
• Expert of bench validation methodologies and debugging techniques
• Highly skilled in using and interpreting data from lab equipment such as high-bandwidth oscilloscopes, arbitrary waveform generators, electronic loads, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, etc
• Ability to perform root cause analysis of complex silicon issues and drive solutions collaboratively with design teams
• Experience: test planning and execution for silicon validation across various corners (PVT), operating modes, and stress conditions
• Familiarity: industry-standard EDA tools for schematic/layout viewing, simulation analysis, and potentially test pattern generation (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso/Spectre, Siemens Calibre, Synopsys Verdi, etc.)
• Communication, interpersonal, and mentorship skills
• Work effectively in a hybrid work environment with a presence in the Bengaluru lab
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
• Why Join Our Team:
• This is a unique opportunity to be a lead in our growing Silicon Validation team in India
• Play a pivotal role in bringing cutting-edge DC-DC products to market, shaping our validation methodologies, and directly contributing to the technical growth of your team members
• If you are passionate about power electronics, enjoy hands-on validation, and thrive in a mentorship role, we encourage you to apply

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: Hybrid
• Advertised location: Bengaluru, KA, India

Pay and application dates

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How to apply to Renesas Electronics

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Practical preparation: data analysis

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Relevant skills

• data analysis
• firmware
• PCB design
• compliance
• stakeholder management
• communication
• root-cause analysis
• electrical engineering