Senior Power System Engineer - LPU Pathfinding

Nvidia

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $136,000–$212,750 / yr
Posted: 26 days ago

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TL;DR · Senior Power System Engineer - LPU Pathfinding

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As a Senior Power System Engineer at NVIDIA’s LPU team, you will lead the development of efficient high-current power systems for advanced AI accelerators and data centers. Your day-to-day responsibilities include architecting power delivery systems for multiphase VRMs and IBCs, optimizing power converter performance using control theory principles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure power integrity across high-density PCB builds. You will also develop lab validation plans, build automation scripts for characterization efficiency, and work closely with power management ICs via various communication protocols. The role requires a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with deep expertise in multiphase VRM development, Intermediate Bus Converter topologies, and control theory. Proficiency in Cadence tools, scripting languages like Python, and hands-on lab skills are essential, as is experience with AI accelerator power delivery for platforms such as GPUs.

Skills

Python Perl Linux Cadence I2C SPI PCIe Oscilloscopes High-Density PCB Multiphase VRM IBC Topologies Control Theory Magnetic Devices Power Modeling Simulation Tools EMI/EMC Compliance AI Accelerator Power Delivery TPU GPU

What you'll do

Architect multiphase VRMs and IBCs for data center platforms.
Design low voltage, high current power rails for AI accelerators.
Optimize power converter performance using control theory principles.
Characterize power components like MOSFETs and inductors with vendor tools.
Develop lab validation plans and use test equipment for verification.
Build automation scripts to enhance characterization efficiency and data analysis.

What we're looking for

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in data center or HPC power systems.
Expertise in multiphase VRM development, IBC topologies, and control theory for power converters.
Hands-on experience with high-current (500A-1000A+) low voltage power delivery systems.
Proficiency with Cadence tools for power integrity analysis and simulations.
Strong lab skills using oscilloscopes and other test equipment for validation.
Familiarity with I2C, SPI, PCIe protocols for system integration and debug.
Scripting proficiency in Python or Perl for automation and data analysis.

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