EMC Design Engineer

NXP Semiconductors NV; Toulouse; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors NV is seeking an EMC Design Engineer to strengthen next-generation semiconductor products. You will develop on-chip EMC solutions, perform simulations and characterization, and support root-cause analysis while balancing performance, area, and cost.

You will work alongside design, validation, and system experts to advance EMC modeling, simulation, and product development across diverse semiconductor applications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Physics or related field.
• Foundational semiconductor and IC knowledge.
• Exposure to EMC modeling, standards, testing and EDA tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement EMC design concepts for ICs.
• Perform EMC simulations, analysis and validation for requirements.
• Contribute to on-chip EMC solution design and interference mitigation.

Skills

EMC modeling

Semiconductor basics

Scripting

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in EE

Tools

EDA tools

Job description

NXP seeks an EMC Design Engineer to strengthen next-generation semiconductor products through EMC innovation. The role combines modeling, validation, silicon debugging, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Responsibilities include developing on-chip EMC solutions, performing simulations and characterization, supporting root-cause analysis, and balancing performance, reliability, area, and cost.
• Candidates need a master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering field, foundational semiconductor and integrated circuit knowledge, and exposure to EMC modeling, standards, testing, and EDA tools.
• Preferred experience includes EMC, ESD, system robustness, semiconductor technologies, automation, scripting, data analytics, research, and patents.

EMC Design Engineer (G3)

Role Summary

Join NXP's ACC CTO EMC/ESD team and help shape the robustness of next-generation semiconductor products. As an EMC Design Engineer, you will contribute to the development of innovative EMC solutions that enable First-Pass-Right products, ensuring compliance, reliability, and system robustness while optimizing performance, silicon area, and cost.

Working alongside technology, design, validation, and system experts, you will gain hands-on experience in EMC modeling, simulation, characterization, and product development across a broad range of semiconductor applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the definition and implementation of EMC design concepts for integrated circuits.
• Perform EMC simulations, analysis, and validation to ensure compliance with product requirements.
• Contribute to the design and optimization of on-chip EMC solutions and interference mitigation techniques.
• Develop and apply EMC methodologies, design guidelines, and best practices.
• Collaborate with international, multidisciplinary teams throughout the product development cycle.
• Support EMC characterization, silicon debug, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Contribute to First-Pass-Right product robustness while balancing performance, reliability, area, and cost.
• Participate in advanced EMC modeling, automation, and future technology innovation initiatives.
• Support technical investigations related to EMC performance and customer requirements.
• Share knowledge through documentation, training, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Physics, or a related field.

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of semiconductor devices and integrated circuit design.
• Initial experience or academic exposure to EMC/EMI modeling, simulation, or measurements.
• Familiarity with EMC standards, qualification methods, and laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of circuit simulation and EDA design tools.
• Interest in silicon characterization, debugging, and failure analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Curious, innovative, and eager to learn.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in international and multidisciplinary environments.
• Passion for technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of EMC, ESD, and system-level robustness concepts.
• Exposure to CMOS, BCD, SOI, or high-voltage semiconductor technologies.
• Experience with automation, scripting, AI-assisted engineering tools, or data analytics.
• Interest in research, innovation, patents, and university collaborations.

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies with global impact.
• Learn from internationally recognized EMC and ESD experts.
• Contribute to innovative solutions that improve the robustness of millions of products worldwide.
• Grow your technical expertise within a collaborative and innovation-driven environment.

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