Validation Engineer 1
Reference Number: 414982
Posted: 10/15/2026
Job Type: Contract
- Industry: Engineering
Our client, a leading technology organization is seeking a Validation Engineer 1 to join their team. As a Validation Engineer 1, you will be part of a highly technical team that develops test plans, completes functional & electrical validation, and debugs issues for new processor silicon interface features with a strong focus on power management. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on technical problem-solving, clear communication, and a drive to learn and improve test and debug practices.
Job Title: Validation Engineer 1
Location: Austin, TX
Pay Range: $40 on W2
What's the Job?
- Write comprehensive electrical & functional test plans for processor interface validation of processors.
- Execute electrical & functional test plans for client processors using hardware & software validation tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Debug electrical & functional issues for new processors, driving issues to clear root cause and resolution.
- Provide detailed input into platform definition and review of platform designs used in silicon validation of new processors.
- Deliver technical guidance and training to less experienced engineers and technicians in planning, test, and debug processor validation.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 0–2 years of related experience; or Master’s plus at least 1 year directly related experience (an advanced degree considered a plus).
- Experience and demonstrated technical expertise in the development & execution of platform-level electrical & functional test plans.
- Platform-level electrical characterization experience with processor I/O interfaces is considered preferred.
- Experience and demonstrated technical expertise in debugging processor & PC platform I/O interfaces.
- Knowledge using oscilloscopes, reading schematics and layout documentation, and MS Windows and Office applications; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate across engineering disciplines and management.
What's in it for me?
- Work on high-impact processor silicon interface validation with a strong focus on power management.
- Build real-world expertise by executing and improving electrical and functional test plans end to end.
- Develop strong debugging skills using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and validation tools.
- Contribute to platform definition and design review for new processor validation efforts.
- Grow your leadership by mentoring and training less experienced team members.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
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