(Senior) Development Engineer- Protection & Filtering

Location: Hamburg

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

(Senior) Development Engineer Protection and Filtering

What you will do

• Develop next-generation discrete ESD and TVS protection devices for high-speed, RF sensitive and automotive applications.
• Drive and execute technical work packages in product development projects, working across device design, simulation, package, technology, application requirements and product qualifications.
• As system architect in development projects, taking ownership of product 
  performance, technical concept definition and execution
• Translate customer, application and roadmap requirements into technical product requirements for device concept, front-end technology, back-end technology, package, chip design and product performance.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap by identifying future requirements for protection, filtering, signal integrity and system-level robustness.
• Drive and contribute to semiconductor, EM and SPICE simulations, as well as SEED-based system-level ESD analysis
• Link up with internal and external technical communities in ESD/TVS protection, RF/SI and EMC to bring new insights into product development
• Continuously build and broaden your technical expertise and influence the 
  technical direction for sustainable business success.
• Depending on seniority, mentor other engineers and act as recognized expert in your technical field.

What you will need

• Master’s degree, or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, RF Engineering, High-Speed Electronics, or a comparable field. 
• Strong understanding of semiconductor physics and devices, industrial semiconductor technologies and semiconductor product development processes. 
• Hands-on experience with TCAD tools, experience with SPICE modeling. SEED methodology and CST or comparable electromagnetic simulation tools is an advantage.
• Knowledge of S-parameters, high-speed applications and RF/signal-integrity behavior. 
• Knowledge of common-mode filters, common-mode chokes, integrated coils, passive RF filters or integrated passive devices is highly beneficial. 
• Python programming skills and openness to using software and AI-based methods to improve engineering, simulation and data-analysis workflows. 
• Strong quality mindset and ability to balance technical performance, manufacturability, reliability and industrial production requirements. 
• Relevant professional experience in semiconductor product development, ESD/TVS protection, RF/SI, EMC or simulation is an advantage. 
• Strong team player with ownership mindset and the ability to lead cross-functional alignment, drive technical solutions forward and manage stakeholders effectively. 
• Ability to perform under change, learn continuously and grow into broader technical responsibility. 
• Fluency in English, German is a plus. 
• Very good verbal and written communication skills

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D&I Statement

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.

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.