Principal Application Engineer

About the role  We are looking for a Principal Application Engineer for BG IC Solutions, based at Nexperia’s headquarters in Nijmegen. This is a high-impact technical role. The successful candidate will act as the key interface between Nexperia’s product development teams and Tier-1 global customers, serving at system / application level for next-generation Signal Chain solutions, defining validation strategies, and acting as the technical point of contact for portfolio products.
What you will do   Define system-level validation requirements for signal chain products
Provide expert technical support to Tier-1 customers, including complex issue resolution
Translate market trends and customer needs into detailed technical specifications
Evaluate competitor solutions and define performance benchmarks
Articulate product value through clear technical differentiation
Support design-in activities with customers, FAEs, and sales teams
Design and develop evaluation boards and reference platforms
Contribute to datasheet reviews for accuracy and system alignment
Participate in silicon validation, identifying edge cases and performance limits
Develop reference designs for key applications
Deliver technical training to customers, partners, and internal teams
Create application notes and technical documentation
Support industry events, demos, and technical collateral development
What you will need   Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
8–10 years of experience in application engineering, system design, or IC validation
Strong expertise in analog hardware and interface/voltage translator devices
Experience in semiconductor product development within Automotive, Industrial, or Consumer domains
Customer-focused mindset with ability to work effectively in global teams
Proven ability to mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership
Knowledge of high-speed board design, signal integrity, and transmission lines
Hands‑on experience with PCB design tools and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers)
Proficiency in simulation tools such as ADS, SPICE, or similar

Experience with scripting tools like Python or LabVIEW is a plus
Experience in silicon validation under extreme and boundary conditions
Familiarity with communication interfaces such as I2C, I3C, and SPI
Strong communication skills with ability to produce clear technical documentation
Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated.
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