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Power & Thermal Validation Engineer I

UST Heredia, Costa Rica

onsitefull-time

Salary: 11) pa

Posted Feb 3, 2026Apply by Mar 5, 2026

Role & seniority: Power & Thermal Validation Engineer I; entry-level/associate level in semiconductor product validation

Stack/tools: Python or C/C++; Linux scripting and command-line; basic version control (Git); telemetry collection and log analysis; basic debugging

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Assist senior engineers in executing power and thermal validation test plans

  • Collect logs/telemetry data, reproduce issues, document test steps and results

  • Support regression testing, basic stress workload validation, and participation in debug reviews

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

  • 1+ year experience with Python or C/C++

  • Linux scripting and Linux command-line familiarity

  • Basic understanding of computer architecture and system components

  • Interest in power, thermal, and performance testing; willingness to learn debugging/telemetry techniques; familiarity with Git or similar

Nice-to-haves

  • Exposure to software testing/validation concepts

  • Experience with root-cause analysis techniques

  • Prior experience in hardware/software validation environments

  • Location & work type: Location and work model not specified in provided text

Full Description

Role Description

Power & Thermal Validation Engineer I

Associate I - Semiconductor Product Validation

Who We Are

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.

Visit us at UST.com.

You Are

UST is seeking an entry-level Power & Thermal Validation Engineer to support platform validation activities focused on power, thermal, and performance behavior. This role provides hands-on exposure to system testing, data analysis, and debugging under the guidance of senior engineers, while building foundational skills in semiconductor and platform validation.

The Opportunity

As a Power & Thermal Validation Engineer, you will be responsible, but not limited to

  • Assist senior engineers in executing power and thermal validation test plans
  • Support basic testing of power states, thermal behavior, and workload execution
  • Collect logs, telemetry data, and test results for analysis
  • Help reproduce reported power or thermal issues following defined procedures
  • Perform basic scripting or test execution in Linux environments
  • Assist with validation of stress workloads under supervision
  • Document test steps, observations, and results clearly
  • Support regression testing and validation of fixes
  • Participate in debug reviews and learn root-cause analysis techniques
  • Provide regular status updates to the team Required Skills
  • Basic programming knowledge in Python or C/C++
  • Familiarity with Linux command-line usage
  • Basic understanding of computer architecture and system components
  • Interest in power, thermal, and performance testing
  • Exposure to software testing or validation concepts
  • Willingness to learn debugging and telemetry analysis techniques
  • Basic understanding of version control tools (Git or similar)

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What You Need

The candidate must have a Bachelor´s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field

1+ years of experience in the following areas

  • Python or C/C++
  • Linux Scripting
  • Power, thermal, and performance testing

Benefits

Employees receive eleven (11) paid holidays, two (2) weeks of paid vacation per year, and are eligible for health, dental, disability and life insurance.

What We Believe

We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

Humility

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

An Equal Opportunity Workplace, Free of Discrimination and Harassment

At UST, we strive to provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We are an equal opportunity employer and employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. Our Human Rights Policy further illustrates our stand on this. We are committed to following fair employment practices that provide equal opportunities to all employees. We do not discriminate or allow harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, military status, or any other legally protected status. At UST, we value diversity and believe that a diverse workplace builds a competitive advantage.

Un lugar de trabajo con igualdad de oportunidades y libre de discriminación y acoso

En UST, nos esforzamos por proporcionar un ambiente de trabajo libre de discriminación y acoso. Somos un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y basa las decisiones de empleo en los méritos y las necesidades del negocio. Estamos comprometidos a seguir prácticas de empleo justas que brinden igualdad de oportunidades a todos los empleados. No discriminamos ni permitimos el acoso por motivos de raza, color, religión, discapacidad, género, origen nacional, orientación sexual, identidad de género, expresión de género, edad, información genética, estado militar o cualquier otro estado legalmente protegido. En UST, valoramos la diversidad y creemos que un lugar de trabajo diverso construye una ventaja competitiva.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

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Skills

semiconductor product validation,thermal testing,validation engineering,python,c++,linux,

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