Product Application Engineer (PAE)
Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. We form a global network of talent, with passion and performance, perseverance and professionalism. Join TeamNexperia and become part of a leading company that supports, rewards and challenges you equally, in a dynamic environment, working for world-class results. Talk to us today and learn your true capabilities in an energetic company where you will develop and thrive, the Efficiency Company – Nexperia.
The Principal Applications Engineer is a key contributor to both product development and customer support. This role requires a strong customer-first focus, with responsibility for developing hardware and software tools that simplify product adoption, improve ease of use, and enhance the overall customer experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support design-win (DWIN) efforts for new products by developing application solutions.
- Develop demos and present at trade shows to expand customer engagement and strengthen industry networks.
- Support the Electrical Engineering Forum by providing solutions to complex customer application challenges.
- Create user guides, test procedures, and evaluation boards (EVBs) to support new product launches.
- Develop application notes that clearly communicate product value propositions and ease customer adoption.
- Perform competitor analysis and bench testing to compare product performance and positioning.
- Build a strong understanding of customer needs across consumer, industrial, and automotive markets to deliver effective application solutions.
- Develop application notes and reference designs to support future design-win opportunities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience.
- Solid technical background with deep understanding of analog ICs and the challenges customers may encounter when designing them into applications.
- Strong customer-facing communication and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent presentation and technical writing skills
- Strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Proven analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Proficiency in debugging, validating, and demonstrating solutions using standard lab equipment.
- Ability to work effectively in a global and cross-functional environment.
- Familiarity with Altium Designer and Oxygen, preferred
- Flexible to travel 15% of the time
Nexperia is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Nexperia’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, TeamNexperian’s activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience
- Deep understanding of analog ICs and customer application challenges
- Strong customer-facing communication and relationship-building skills
- Excellent presentation and technical writing skills
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Proficiency in debugging, validating, and demonstrating solutions using standard laboratory equipment
- Ability to work effectively in a global and cross-functional environment
- Familiarity with Altium Designer and Oxygen
- Willingness to travel 15% of the time
What We Do
Headquartered in the Netherlands, Nexperia is a global semiconductor company with a rich European history and over 15,000 employees across Europe, Asia, and the United States. As a leading expert in the development and production of essential semiconductors, Nexperia’s components enable the basic functionality of virtually every electronic design in the world – from automotive and industrial to mobile and consumer applications. The company serves a global customer base, shipping more than 100 billion products annually. These products are recognized as benchmarks in efficiency – in process, size, power and performance. Nexperia's commitment to innovation, efficiency, sustainability, and stringent industry requirements are evident in its extensive IP portfolio, its expanding product range and its certification to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. For questions or more information about our career opportunities: [email protected] Connect with us today and become a part of TeamNexperia! Nexperia - Efficiency Wins.
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