Renesas Electronics America

Senior Principal Verification Engineer

Renesas Electronics America$150K — $180K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 15+ years in mixed-signal or analog circuit verification
  • Expertise in mixed-signal verification environment architecture
  • Experience with Real Number Model (RNM) and AMS model integration
  • Proficient in RTL and behavioral simulation tools like Spectre and Xcelium
  • Strong skills in setting up and debugging Gate-Level Simulation (GLS) flows
  • Familiarity with automotive PMIC or power management IC design

Responsibilities

  • Design and architect mixed-signal verification environments for PMIC designs
  • Develop comprehensive verification plans aligned with automotive safety standards
  • Set up and optimize Gate-Level Simulation flows to resolve discrepancies
  • Lead debugging of complex analog and mixed-signal blocks
  • Conduct in-depth RTL and Gate-Level simulations analyzing various parameters
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth verification transitions
  • Mentor junior verification engineers and define best practices

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
  • Engagement in cutting-edge automotive technology
  • Collaborative and cross-functional work environment
  • Chance to influence verification methodologies and infrastructure
  • Access to advanced verification tools and innovative technologies
Full Job Description
Senior Principal Verification Engineer • Design and architect mixed-signal verification environments, including Real Number Model (RNM) and AMS (Analog Mixed Signal) model integration for PMIC designs • Develop and implement comprehensive verification plans and strategies for automotive PMIC products, ensuring compliance with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262, AEC-Q200) • Set up and optimize Gate-Level Simulation (GLS) flows, correlating with RTL simulation results to identify and resolve discrepancies • Lead debugging activities for complex analog blocks including switched-mode regulators, Linear Dropout (LDO) regulators, and mixed-signal interfaces • Conduct in-depth RTL and Gate-Level simulations, analyzing timing, power, and functional correctness across process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) corners • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams: Design, Application Engineering, ATE (Automatic Test Equipment), and Silicon Validation to ensure seamless verification handoffs • Mentor and lead junior verification engineers, defining best practices and establishing verification methodologies • Troubleshoot and debug complex design issues involving interactions between analog and digital domains using simulation and measurement techniques • Drive continuous improvement of verification tools, methodologies, and infrastructure, evaluating emerging verification technologies and AI-based solutions • Create and maintain comprehensive verification documentation, test plans, and coverage metrics Qualifications • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field • 15+ years of experience in mixed-signal or analog circuit verification • Deep understanding of all aspects of mixed-signal verification environment architecture and implementation • Hands-on experience with Real Number Model (RNM) and AMS (Analog Mixed Signal) model integration • Proficiency in RTL and behavioral simulation tools (e.g., Spectre, Xcelium) • Strong understanding of Gate-Level Simulation (GLS) flows and ability to set up and debug GLS simulations • Proven expertise debugging both analog blocks (switched-mode regulators, LDO, bandgap, reference circuits) and digital RTL • Experience with automotive PMIC or power management IC design and verification • Proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and/or SPICE-based languages • Solid understanding of verification methodologies: UVM, assertions, coverage-driven verification • Experience interfacing with multiple verification domains: functional, post-silicon, ATE test correlation • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills with strong analytical mindset • Leadership and mentoring experience Videos To Watch https://www.youtube.com/embed/k-zs4tB6nNc

About Renesas Electronics America

Renesas Electronics America is a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions including microcontrollers, SoC solutions and a broad range of analog and power devices, with operations spanning research, development, design and manufacturing for a wide range of applications.
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