Entry Level NVM Reliability Lab Engineer

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX, seeks an NVM Reliability Engineer to characterize and model next‑generation non‑volatile memory technologies, enabling new product development.

You will manage experiments, optimize lab efficiency, develop automation software, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes statistical data analysis, embedded C/C++, and teamwork in a dynamic lab environment, supporting innovation in memory technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in EE/CS/Applied Physics within the past 2 years.
• Familiarity with scripting languages, data processing, and analysis (e.g. Python, JMP, Exensio).
• Software development experience, such as familiarity with microcontroller software development (C/C++) is desired.
• Interest in statistics and solid-state device fundamentals, especially MRAM and RRAM.
• Must be curious, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Able to work in a team environment, communicate effectively, and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage execution of NVM reliability characterization experiments with engineers and technicians.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase lab efficiency and equipment utilization.
• Maintain lab equipment (read schematics, trouble-shoot, coordinate with vendors).
• Develop software and systems for monitoring, automation, and data processing (database, web server, Linux/Windows).
• Assist in developing/debugging evaluation software (embedded C/C++).
• Debug hardware (Oscilloscope, logic analyzer, debugger, etc.). PCB schematics and components.
• Perform statistical analysis of reliability characterization data.
• Communicate study conclusions and recommendations to internal and external teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards.

Skills

Python

JMP

Exensio

C/C++

Statistics concepts

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE/CS/Applied Physics

Job description

Role Summary

• The NVM Reliability team is responsible for characterizing, modeling, and enabling next-generation Non-Volatile Memory technologies, enabling new product creation company-wide.

Job Responsibility

• Manage execution of NVM reliability characterization experiments, working closely with experienced engineers and technicians.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase laboratory efficiency, equipment utilization, and execution quality.
• Maintain lab equipment (read schematics, trouble-shoot, coordinate with vendors and trades).
• Develop software and systems for monitoring, automation, and data processing (database, web server, Linux/Windows)
• Assist in developing/debugging evaluation software (embedded C/C++).
• Debug hardware (Oscilloscope, logic analyzer, debugger, etc.). PCB schematics and components.
• Perform statistical analysis of reliability characterization data.
• Communicate study conclusions and recommendations to internal and external teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and engineering standards.

Job Qualification

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Physics, or equivalent, within the past 2 years.
• Familiarity with scripting languages, data processing, and analysis (e.g. Python, JMP, Exensio, etc.).
• Software development experience, such as familiarity with microcontroller software development (C/C++) is desired.
• Interest in statistics and solid-state device fundamentals, especially as applied to emerging non-volatile memory technologies like MRAM and RRAM.
• Must be curious, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Able to work in a team environment, communicate effectively, and solve problems.

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