NXP Semiconductors

Sr. Analog Validation Engineer

NXP Semiconductors$130K — $155K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with a minimum of 12 years of industry experience.
  • Proficient with high-speed/RF lab equipment like oscilloscopes and network analyzers.
  • C programming skills with experience in TestStand and Python desirable.
  • Skilled in data analysis tools such as Excel, JMP, and PowerBI.
  • Experience in debugging hardware setups and reading schematics.
  • Familiar with SerDes validation and Ethernet IEEE 802.3 protocols.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to details regarding silicon, board, and software interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Build validation plans based on electrical specifications.
  • Write software to configure devices for testing.
  • Create automated hardware sequences for parametric measurements.
  • Analyze data to report pass/fail outcomes and compile summary reports.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve IP-related issues.
  • Research necessary hardware for measurement tasks and make recommendations.
  • Define hardware design requirements and engage in schematic/layout reviews.

Benefits

  • Centrally located modern office with state-of-the-art facilities.
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work arrangements.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and innovation.
Full Job Description
The Analog Validation Engineer / Architect is responsible for comprehensive validation of key product indicators (KPI's) as defined in the system compliance matrix for all analog circuitry in any given platform. This means understanding everything that needs to be measured and how to do those measurements in the most highly automated fashion possible. This also means reporting out those measurements in the most concise, clear and comprehensive possible ways. The Analog Validation Engineer is responsible for assuring all instrumentation, scripting and boards are prepared prior to silicon arrival on the bench.

Job Description:
  • Build parametric validation plans from electrical specifications.
  • Write software to configure device under test (DUT) for required test cases.
  • Create hardware automation sequences to perform parametric measurements over process, voltage, temperature, and DUT configurations.
  • Analyze parametric data to report pass/fail/margin to electrical specs and generate summary reports.
  • Interface with Design, Product & Test Engineering, Applications, Software, Product Analysis teams to debug IP-related issues.
  • Research and recommend hardware required to perform required measurements.
  • Generate hardware design requirements and participate in schematic and layout reviews.


Job Qualification:
  • Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with a minimum of 12 years of industry experience.
  • Experience with high-speed/RF lab equipment including oscilloscopes, BER testers, vector network analyzers, phase noise analyzers.
  • C programming experience. TestStand and Python a plus.
  • Data analysis using Excel, JMP, and/or PowerBI.
  • Debug of hardware setups and schematic reading.
  • Familiarity with SerDes validation and Ethernet IEEE 802.3 protocols desired
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail for an understanding of silicon, board, and software interactions.
  • AI prompting for software generation a plus.


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About NXP Semiconductors

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The company employs approximately 31,000 people in more than 35 countries, including 11,200 engineers in 33 countries. NXP reported revenue of $8.88 billion in 2020. The company's products are used in a wide range of automotive, identification, wireless infrastructure, lighting, industrial, mobile, consumer and computing applications. NXP is the co-inventor of near field communication (NFC) technology along with Sony and supplies NFC chip sets that enable mobile payments, as well as secure access to cars and buildings.
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Size
31,000 employees
Market Cap
$39.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$52 million
Founded
1953
5 Year Trend
+3.1%
Revenue
$8.6 billion
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