Analog IC Design Engineer

Join Nexperia and connect your unique talents and passion to your goals for a fulfilling career with growth and reward. We are a global semiconductor manufacturer with a highly skilled and diverse workforce of over 15,000 employees from over 50 countries worldwide. Every electronic design in the world can be made complete with Nexperia products. 

Nexperia R&D Malaysia is the research and development (R&D) center of Nexperia, a global semiconductor company that specializes in the design and production of discrete semiconductors, MOSFETs, and analog & logic ICs. We are in Penang and focusing on developing new semiconductor products & improving existing products for our company’s global market.

By focusing on R&D and developing advanced semiconductor solutions, we are playing a critical role in Nexperia's global operations by driving innovation and helping the company to stay at the forefront of the technology & semiconductor industry.

To meet the customer’s evolving needs, our engineers are dedicated to develop cutting-edge semiconductor solution via advanced design tools and methodologies to create innovative products that deliver high performance, reliability, efficiency and quality.

Nevertheless, we are also committed to provide a positive and supportive environment for our employees. We offer competitive compensation packages, health and wellness programs, on-the-job training, and career development opportunities. As well as promotes work-life balance by offering flexible work arrangements and various employee engagement initiatives.

Together be part of something bigger, only at Nexperia

About the role 

The Analog IC Design Engineer implements integrated circuits in new functions and families, either as the technical leader based on existing solutions and architectures or as member of the design team with the complexity of introducing new IP and technology. The cross functional team is responsible for the design, validation, qualification and release of new products ensuring that new products are released to customer / market requirements and to appropriate quality standards.

The designs are developed and verified with simulations, based on SPICE models. The designer translates the electrical schematic into a die mask layout, designed and verified with existing layout design rules and guidelines. The die design is engineered to fit the package and verified with existing assembly rules. 

What you will do

• Design and verification of the IP and IC to ensure technical requirements
• Technical Lead in project teams on activities towards the introduction of new products to timelines defined within project plans.
• Ensure that new product releases meet manufacturability, reliability, customer and market requirements in collaboration with product management, wafer process, assembly and test
• Provide project management and/or technical expertise for the team as required
• Assist the product management by providing technical support with respect to specification and justification of new product developments, answering specific customer technical enquiries and complaints
• Develop appropriate levels of knowledge in associated areas of product development work, namely the product release process, systems, project management, product specification, simulation and design.
• Develop subject matter knowledge and expertise in at least one area of R&D

What you will need

• BsC/MsC with minimal 5 years’ Experience in IC design

• Depth and breadth of understanding of electrical devices in CMOS and BCD front-end technologies, electrical operation, reliability, and failure modes
• Depth and breadth understanding package flows and electrical interactions with the IC in leaded, leadless and wafer level packaging
• Expert in Analog IP design, Logic I/O, switches, comparators, charge-pump, bandgap and ESD
• IC simulation tools, layout tools and modelling, SPICE based
• Design of experiments
• Planning, organizing and controlling projects adhering to plans and budgets, as well as reporting on progress
• Active learning, taking advice and seeking feedback for personal development
• Collaboration with others, either in immediate team or outside R&D
• Clear communication of progress
• Creative and analytical skills
• Time-planning and multi-tasking
• Mentoring of junior engineers
• Flexible and proactive approach
• Considered experienced enough in their field to handle non-standard situations

Why work for us?

At Nexperia, we offer comprehensive compensation and benefits package tailored to your individual needs, including:

• Competitive compensation and benefits: we offers competitive salaries, bonuses, and benefits packages to our employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Career development opportunities: We provide various career development opportunities, including training programs, mentoring, and leadership development programs, to help employees enhance their skills and advance their careers.
• Work-life balance: We recognizes the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home options, to its employees in Malaysia.
• Employee engagement initiatives: We have various employee engagement initiatives, such as team-building activities, social events, and employee recognition programs, to promote a positive work culture and enhance employee morale.
• Health and wellness programs: We promote employee health and wellness through various on-site programs to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance from the perspective of physical and mentality.

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Nexperia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.