Principal Design Engineer

Nexperia; Richardson, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexperia USA Inc. in Richardson, TX seeks a Principal Design Engineer to join its analog and mixed-signal IC design team and drive power management product development, including switching regulators, load switches, and LDOs.

Responsibilities include circuit definition, transistor-level chip design, and leadership to achieve reliable IP and front-end technology roadmaps. Travel up to 15% and hybrid work options apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 5 years of work experience; or Bachelor's with 8 years progressive experience.
• 5 years in analog/mixed-signal design and 5 years with Cadence tools for design and simulation.
• Experience defining product specs with product marketing teams and guiding layout and verification.

Responsibilities

• Lead analog/mixed-signal IC design for power management products (switching regulators, load switches, LDOs).
• Define circuits/architectures, build transistor-level chips and system models.
• Provide technical leadership and guide IP/front-end roadmap development.
• Collaborate with physical design, validation, test, and production transfer teams.
• Mentor layout progress and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analog/mixed-signal design

Team leadership

Cadence tools

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence tools

Job description

Principal Design Engineer, Nexperia USA Inc., Richardson, TX

Work with an analog and mixed signal IC design team to develop power management products like switching regulators, load switches, and LDO's. Define and implement circuits and architectures for product development. Build systematic level behavior model and design whole chip at transistor level to meet part definition. Demonstrate technical and team leadership to drive product designs. Collaborate with technical leadership on the development of IP and front-end technology roadmap. Work and provide guidance to physical designers and monitor the progress of IC layout. Partner with business teams and product marketing teams to assist in developing design specifications. Collaborate with validation, product engineering, and test engineering teams to enable successful transfer to production.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. Telecommuting permitted up to two days per week. Domestic travel required up to 15%.

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 5 years of work experience. Alternatively, the employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 8 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate work experience.

• 5 years of experience in analog/mixed signal design;
• 5 years of experience with Cadence tools, including Schematic Editor, ADE Assembler, Spectre, AMS, and Layout Suite for analog/mixed-signal IC design and simulation;
• 5 years of experience in troubleshooting and fault analysis to complete IC design during product development;
• 5 years of experience defining product specification with product marketing team to ensure product performance.

Additionally, must have 3 years of experience in system and application design.

D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better.

We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups.

Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.

About Nexperia

Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 12,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment.

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