Application Engineer

• \n Create schematics, perform component selection, and collaborate on PCB layout to optimize performance, efficiency, cost, thermal behavior, and reliability\n \n
• \n Perform comprehensive electrical, thermal, and system-level validation, including efficiency analysis, switching characterization, transient response testing, thermal profiling, and EMI/EMC pre-compliance evaluation and troubleshooting\n \n
• \n Provide application-focused technical support to customers and sales teams by troubleshooting designs, supporting design-in activities, participating in customer engagements, and representing Nexperia at workshops, conferences, and exhibitions\n \n
• \n Create and maintain high-quality technical collateral such as application notes, design guides, simulation models, user manuals, and web-based application content\n \n
• \n Build deep application expertise and translate customer insights into future product opportunities by collaborating with marketing, R&D, and system architects to define requirements, identify use cases, and contribute to product roadmap development\n \n

• \n Education/ studies: BSEE. MSEE preferred\n \n
• \n Min 5 years of experience in application engineering, hardware design or power electronics\n \n
• \n Proven experience developing reference designs or evaluation boards for various types of machine drives: stepper motors, brushed DC motors, BLDCs, PMSMs and induction drives\n \n
• \n Experience in Robotics and Automation Systems is a strong advantage\n \n
• \n Strong understanding of three-phase power systems, inverter topologies,\n \n
• \n Switching behaviour, losses and efficiency optimization\n \n
• \n Technical experience in PCB design and layout - Altium, KiCad\n \n
• \n Familiarity with simulation tools and industry standards - Matlab/Simulink, LT Spice, Plecs, Thermal analysis, EMC compatibility\n \n
• \n Strong analytical and system-level thinking\n \n
• \n Hands-on, problem-solving mindset with attention to detail\n \n
• \n Ability to work in cross-functional and global teams\n \n
• \n Customer focused approach with strong ownership\n \n
• \n Excellent presentation and technical writing skills\n \n
• \n English business fluent verbal and written, German nice to have.\n \n

n Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright © material and the word Nexperia® is a registered trademark.\n \n

\n As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.\n \n

\n In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women’s groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.\n

n Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 12,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment.