Power System Architect

Job Description

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This role is within Intel’s Client Computing Group.  CCG is a computing paradigm where services and data reside in scalable data centers, and those services and data can be accessed by any connected device over the Internet. Responsible for designing and optimizing processors, chipsets and other hardware for consumer devices while also working on the software ecosystem, including drivers and utilities that enhance user experience.

The Power System Architect will drive innovative power solution definition and system level partitioning from concept investigation and design through successful product level implementation that adds value to Intel Architecture platforms.

Additionally, you will work with silicon, packaging, system and power architects on client computer system architecture investigations using single-phase and multi-phase dc-dc voltage regulators, ac/dc, and chargers.  You will apply technical rigor to analyze design tradeoffs including system performance, power consumption and efficiency, physical size, cost, and high volume manufacturing.  You will define, develop and release to market advanced wall-to-silicon power design for Intel's next generation client platforms.

Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate, review and influence connected teams including silicon / packaging / board / platform during all stages to ensure value propositions are identified and built out.
• Interface with suppliers and customers during pathfinding and development.
• Develop new components with integrated circuit, capacitor and inductor vendors.
• Collaborate to develop new verification and validation methods, plans, and tools for qualifying ingredients and solutions.
• Validate prototypes and perform competitive bench marking through lab testing.
• Write and present technical documentation and other material and presentations for internal and external use.
• Constantly look for ways to improve performance, quality, and cost.
• Deliver improvements for our customers and have a direct impact on our bottom line.

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits: Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to clearly articulate the thought process. Ability to interpret and analyze data. Strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.What we need to see (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or similar with 6+years of relevant work experience, e.g. in consumer electronics or semiconductor companies.
• 2+ years in a lead role in defining and designing power electronics systems such as battery chargers, ac/c, single- and multi- phase DC-DC regulators, control loops, operating modes, thermals, efficiency, passive components and power delivery network.
• 5+ years’ experience with system design of small, medium, and large power systems such as chargers, battery, DC-DC Converters, ac-dc adapters, and power monitoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or similar with 10+years of relevant work experience
• Ability to predict performance using simulators, e.g. Spice, Simplis and Matlab, optimize schematic and PCB layout, and validate performance by lab measurements.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects, grow knowledge and capabilities of the power team, and perform hands-on testing
• Background in analog or digital power design. Ideally, experience in power integrated circuit design and power conversion component development (e.g. FET, inductor).

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.Benefits at Intel

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.

Inside this Business Group

The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.

Other Locations

US, Hillsboro

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $162,041.00-$259,425.00*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.