Principal Application Engineer

About the role  Principal Application Engineer – BG IC Solutions (Nex
* rexia headquarters, Nijmegen). This high‑impact technical role serves as the key interface between Nexperia’s product development teams and Tier‑1 global customers, providing system/application‑level support for next‑generation signal‑chain solutions.

Key Responsibilities   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.

Required Qualifications   Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a 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.
Strong communication skills with ability to produce clear technical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications   

Experience with scripting tools like Python or LabVIEW.
Experience in silicon validation under extreme and boundary conditions.
Familiarity with communication interfaces such as I2C, I3C, and SPI.
Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement  Nexperia is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.

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