Job Description
Job Title: Validation Engineer 1
Location: Austin-MET, TX
Duration: 12 Months of contract
Job Description
Hardware Validation Engineer (0 5 Years) Server Platforms
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and hands-on engineer to support post-silicon validation, system bring-up, and hardware debugging in a lab environment. This role involves working closely with server platforms, including CPUs and memory (DIMMs), while leveraging modern tools including AI-assisted methods to improve efficiency and troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Austin-MET, TX
Duration: 12 Months of contract
Job Description
Hardware Validation Engineer (0 5 Years) Server Platforms
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and hands-on engineer to support post-silicon validation, system bring-up, and hardware debugging in a lab environment. This role involves working closely with server platforms, including CPUs and memory (DIMMs), while leveraging modern tools including AI-assisted methods to improve efficiency and troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform hardware and software validation testing on server platforms
- Build, configure, and bring up systems (CPU, DIMMs, OS/software setup)
- Install, swap, and validate CPUs, memory (DIMMs), and system components
- Debug and triage hardware/software issues; analyze logs and identify root causes
- Support hardware debugging and failure analysis in a lab environment
- Utilize Python/Linux tools and AI-assisted methods to improve debug efficiency
- Leverage Generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude) for log analysis, scripting, and documentation
- Explore AI-driven workflows to automate repetitive validation and debug tasks (nice to have)
- Maintain lab inventory, systems, and equipment status
- Document test procedures, debug findings, and results clearly
- Communicate progress, issues, and escalate risks as needed
- Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Required Qualifications
- AAS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field (required)
- BS/BE/MS in Electrical Engineering (preferred)
- 0 5 years of experience in hardware validation, lab environments, or related roles
- Familiarity with PC/server hardware and system architecture (DDR experience is a plus)
- Experience or exposure to Windows and Linux OS installation and configuration
- Basic knowledge of Python scripting or automation tools
- Understanding of hardware debugging concepts and log analysis
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
Preferred Skills
- Experience with DDR5 and DIMM architecture
- Familiarity with BIOS flashing tools (ROM burner or utilities)
- Ability to read schematics and identify voltage rails, signals, and registers
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, logic analyzer)
- Experience using AI tools to analyze large log datasets or accelerate debug workflows
- Exposure to prompt engineering or AI-assisted engineering practices
- Curiosity to adopt new tools and continuously improve productivity
Contact:
Vinay Kumar: Vinay.c@sunrisesys.com Direct: (732) 837-0448 | URL: Sunrise Systems Inc.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Austin-MET, TX |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Website | http://www.sunrisesys.com/ |
About Company
Sunrise Systems was founded in 1990 with a clear vision to deliver world-class staffing service solutions in all labor categories, including IT consulting and solutions; all with the commitment to provide service that exceeds expectations and become the most trusted name in the industry. More than two and a half decades later, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the staffing industry. Combining our deep industry expertise, insights, and global resources, we have partnered with our clients to connect them with top professionals across several different industries.
We provide cost-effective Managed Staffing Solutions, Information Technology and Information Technology Consulting Services to several Fortune 500 companies and U.S. Government agencies. We provide our clients with flexible engagement models and customized products that are budget and time specific. Understanding the challenges that every business faces, we offer our services either on-site at the clients' site or from one of our globally distributed technology centers. Our onshore and offshore development capabilities ensure that we excel at meeting customer requirements every single time.
Our collective business experience spans over two and a half decades and ranges from:
- Business, management, and technical fields
- Information technology consulting and software solutions.
- Providing strategic support for the development and long-term growth of new business ventures across several industries including but not limited to; accounting, banking, finance, and recruitment.
- Motivating technology staff and establishing partnerships with Fortune 500 companies
Sunrise Systems has a vast range of competence in:
- Design, development, and support of cloud-based solutions from simple to highly complexed
- Database administration of multi-platform applications, complex databases, and web-based environments that include all aspects of installation, planning, maintenance, and monitoring.
- Data processing and data migration
- Application re-engineering and platform migration
- Working with the Information Systems and end-user communities at all levels to resolve issues and establish consensus.
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