System Engineer

The Preferred Supplier; Delft; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer responsible for the productization of advanced MEMS-based timing products. This role involves designing test automation, developing verification plans, and leading engineering projects related to MEMS technology. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in MEMS development and strong programming skills, including Python and MATLAB. Join a dynamic team in Delft and shape the future of innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in MEMS or sensor-based devices.
• Experience in creating verification and characterization plans.
• Hands-on experience with electronics laboratory bench instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test automation for MEMS devices.
• Develop and carry out experiments for new technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers and support project teams.

Skills

Mixed-signal circuits

Programming in Python

Problem-solving skills

Statistical analysis

PCB design

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

MATLAB

Oscilloscopes

Digital signal analyzers

Job description

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the productization of x’s revolutionary MEMS-based timing products. Responsibilities include verification and characterization planning, project coordination, mixed-signal characterization, systems / algorithms / firmware development, hardware and software infrastructure development for test automation, cross‑functional interaction with MEMS/CMOS/Operations/Marketing, and prototyping of test and FA methodologies. In addition, he/she will lead experiments to prototype new system architectures for future products and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test automation to characterize and release into production a variety of MEMS based, mixed‑signal timing devices
• Plan and execute device verification and characterization
• Develop and carry out experiments to prototype new technologies and system architectures
• Mentor junior engineers in the team
• Work with team to design, develop and validate PCB test platform and firmware to enable automated testing
• Develop and transfer algorithms to final test and production environments
• Support the bring‑up of specialized programming systems overseas
• Work with MEMS and circuit design team to evaluate new silicon and specify design improvements for performance enhancements
• Perform engineering failure analysis to root cause product issues

Qualifications and Requirements

• MS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. PhD preferred. Exceptional candidates with other technical backgrounds will be considered
• 5+ years of experience in the development and productization of MEMS or sensor based devices
• Experience creating and executing verification and characterization plans
• Experience leading engineering project teams and achieving milestones
• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of mixed‑signal circuits
• Excellent programming skills, including Python and MATLAB scripting
• Hands‑on experience with electronics laboratory bench instrumentation including oscilloscopes, digital signal analyzers, etc.
• Strong statistical analysis and problem‑solving skills

Desired Characteristics and Attributes

• High level of self‑motivation and drive to make an impact
• Programming ability in micro‑controllers, C or C++, SQL
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative, fast‑paced team environment