Fall Internship - Hardware Electrical Validation Engineer

Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions that unlock the full potential of AI and cloud infrastructure. Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe®, CXL®, and Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions and the COSMOS software suite of system management and optimization tools to deliver a software-defined architecture that is both scalable and customizable. Inspired by trusted relationships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, we are an innovation leader delivering products that are flexible and interoperable. Discover how we are transforming modern data-driven applications at www.asteralabs.com. 

As an Hardware Electrical Validation Intern at Astera Labs, you will join a dedicated Hardware Engineering team responsible for designing boards that incorporate Astera Labs' range of connectivity products. These products are utilized by leading cloud service providers, server manufacturers, and network OEMs. Your primary responsibility will involve collaborating closely with Hardware and ASIC designers to develop and implement hardware validation plans for various Astera products. Additionally, you will provide support for manufacturing activities and contribute to other company initiatives. The ideal candidate for this role should possess industry experience, think innovatively, and demonstrate expertise in their field. Furthermore, they should exhibit a "do what it takes" attitude, being willing to assist and contribute wherever necessary to solve problems effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Execute hardware validation plan

• Participate in debug of issues

• Provide cross functional support in lab

• Support various design and manufacturing initiatives

Basic Qualifications

• Strong academic and technical background in electrical engineering. Bachelor’s in EE or equivalent experience is required.

• Entrepreneurial, open-minded behavior and can-do attitude. Think and act with the customer in mind!

Required Experience

• Understanding of electronics and validation approach

• Ability to follow established validation procedures, executing test and documenting results

• Good problem solving skills

• Good documentation skills

• Working knowledge of schematics + layout tools (able to read designs)

• Printed circuit board rework (remove & replace components, jumper wire)

• Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, power supplies, electronic loads, etc.)

Preferred experience

• EE design experience. Working knowledge of schematic capture and PCB layout tools from Cadence, Altium, and others.

• Experience with Python scripting

• Technical writing skills to generate clear, precise documentation such as manufacturing instruction/rework/deviation documents.

• Experience with ASIC/silicon development process

• Experience working with CMs (off-shore a plus)

The base hourly pay for this role is $35-45. Your base pay will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.