Power & Thermal Validation Engineer I
UST • Heredia, Costa Rica
Salary: 11) pa
Role & seniority: Power & Thermal Validation Engineer I / Associate I – Semiconductor Product Validation (entry-level)
Stack/tools: Python or C/C++; Linux command line and scripting; basic version control (Git); telemetry/log collection; basic debugging and root-cause analysis; exposure to Linux environments and workload validation
Top 3 responsibilities
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Assist senior engineers in executing power and thermal validation test plans and basic testing of power states, thermal behavior, and workload execution
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Collect logs, telemetry data, and test results; reproduce reported issues following defined procedures; document steps, observations, and results
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Support regression testing, validation of fixes, and participate in debug reviews; learn root-cause analysis techniques
Must-have skills
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
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1+ year experience in Python or C/C++, Linux scripting
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Basic understanding of computer architecture, system components, and power/thermal/performance testing
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Familiarity with Linux CLI and basic version control (Git)
Nice-to-haves
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Exposure to software testing/validation concepts; debugging and telemetry analysis techniques
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Location & work type: Full-time; location not specified in provided description
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,
Nivel de antigüedad Sin experiencia Tipo de empleo Jornada completa Función laboral Control de calidad Sectores Servicios y consultoría de TI