Power Validation Engineer

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description:

The Field Applications Engineer – Power System Validation is responsible for executing validation test plans, ensuring systems meet required specifications, and collaborate closely with FAEs to perform daily power testing. 

This role requires a strong understanding of validation methodologies, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in lab equipment, and the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing validation test methods, protocols, and reports for verification of requirements on components and systems level.
• Perform day to day testing include but not limited to steady state ripple, DC loadline, Jitter, transient, bode plot, efficiency, controller telemetry, protection, etc, with common lab equipment such as Oscilloscope, Multimeter, function generator, frequency analyzer, E-load, Slammer, soldering machine, probe (passive, differential, current), etc.
• Perform system protocol testing including but not limited to Intel VRTT testing, AMD SLDE testing, general slammer testing, etc. 
• Participating in the collection and analysis of validation data with FAE to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Collaborating with FAE to identify and resolve system issues and ensure validations are conducted properly and efficiently.
• If needed, go with FAE to customer site for onsite validation. 
• Maintaining knowledge of current industry trends and advancements to stay updated on validation principles and practices.
• Documenting and reporting test results, defects, and resolution steps to ensure reliability and compliance with standards.

Requirements: 

• BS/BE or higher in Electrical Engineering or related.
• 4+ years of power electronics component/system level related hands-on experience.  

• Proficient hands-on experience with lab equipment.  Including but not limited to Oscilloscope, Multimeter, function generator, frequency analyzer, E-load, Slammer, soldering machine, probe (passive, differential, current), etc.
• Familiarity with general power electronics testing including but not limited to steady state ripple, DC loadline, Jitter, transient, bode plot, efficiency, controller telemetry, protection, etc,

• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions

Location: 

• San Jose, CA

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.