Nexperia

Manufactures discrete semiconductors, logic devices, MOSFETs

Senior Principal System Architect - Integrated Power Products

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
8-12 years of experience in power semiconductors, power electronics, or a related technical field.
Deep understanding of power MOSFET design, characteristics, and operation.
Strong knowledge of gate driver design and the interaction between gate drivers and power devices.
Experience with integrated power products such as Smart Power Stages, Hot-Swap Controllers, eFuses, or similar technologies.
Strong understanding of system-level power electronics architecture and optimisation.
Experience developing electrical, thermal, and system-level models using tools such as SPICE, LTspice, SIMetrix, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent.
Understanding of semiconductor packaging, assembly technologies, and reliability methodologies.
Experience defining semiconductor product architectures from concept through release.
Customer-facing experience in technical discussions, design reviews, and requirements definition.
Knowledge of multi-chip and integrated package technologies.
Experience driving cross-functional development projects in a global environment.
Track record of technical leadership in semiconductor product innovation.

Responsibilities

Define system architectures and product concepts for next-generation integrated power solutions.
Translate system-level requirements into detailed product and MOSFET specifications, including efficiency, thermal performance, reliability, and protection features.
Define and validate gate driver and MOSFET interactions, including switching performance, timing, parasitic effects, and integration constraints.
Develop system-level electrical, thermal, and performance models to evaluate feasibility and optimise product architectures.
Identify and resolve technical challenges related to integration, performance, measurement, and reliability.
Collaborate closely with device design, gate driver design, packaging, applications, validation, and product engineering teams.
Support customer engagements, technical discussions, and early-stage evaluations by translating application requirements into product solutions.
Lead root-cause investigations and drive improvements for performance and reliability challenges in integrated power products.
Contribute to the long-term technology roadmap and strategic product direction for integrated power solutions.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

About the role

At Nexperia, we are shaping the future of integrated power solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications. As a Senior Principal System Architect, you will define and drive the architecture of next-generation integrated power products, including Smart Power Stages (SPS), Hot-Swap Controllers, eFuses, integrated MOSFET solutions, and future power management platforms.

Working at the intersection of customer requirements, system architecture, semiconductor technology, and product development, you will translate complex application needs into innovative product concepts and specifications that deliver differentiated performance and value to customers.

This is a highly visible technical leadership role that requires deep expertise in power semiconductors, system-level architecture, modelling, and integrated power product development.

What you will do

Define system architectures and product concepts for next-generation integrated power solutions
Translate system-level requirements into detailed product and MOSFET specifications, including efficiency, thermal performance, reliability, and protection features
Define and validate gate driver and MOSFET interactions, including switching performance, timing, parasitic effects, and integration constraints
Develop system-level electrical, thermal, and performance models to evaluate feasibility and optimise product architectures
Identify and resolve technical challenges related to integration, performance, measurement, and reliability
Collaborate closely with device design, gate driver design, packaging, applications, validation, and product engineering teams
Support customer engagements, technical discussions, and early-stage evaluations by translating application requirements into product solutions
Lead root-cause investigations and drive improvements for performance and reliability challenges in integrated power products
Contribute to the long-term technology roadmap and strategic product direction for integrated power solutions
Provide technical leadership and mentoring across multidisciplinary engineering teams

What you will bring

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
8-12 years of experience in power semiconductors, power electronics, or a related technical field
Deep understanding of power MOSFET design, characteristics, and operation
Strong knowledge of gate driver design and the interaction between gate drivers and power devices
Experience with integrated power products such as Smart Power Stages, Hot-Swap Controllers, eFuses, or similar technologies
Strong understanding of system-level power electronics architecture and optimisation
Experience developing electrical, thermal, and system-level models using tools such as SPICE, LTspice, SIMetrix, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent
Understanding of semiconductor packaging, assembly technologies, and reliability methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to convert complex customer requirements into practical product solutions
Experience defining semiconductor product architectures from concept through release
Customer-facing experience in technical discussions, design reviews, and requirements definition
Knowledge of multi-chip and integrated package technologies
Experience driving cross-functional development projects in a global environment
Track record of technical leadership in semiconductor product innovation

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 the Company

Nexperia

Manufactures discrete semiconductors, logic devices, MOSFETs

Nexperia operates as a global supplier of semiconductor components, focusing on discrete semiconductors, logic devices, and MOSFETs. It serves automotive and industrial customers, providing parts that help electronic systems manage power, process signals, and protect data. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes these high-performance components, which are used in applications such as power management, autonomous driving, and data protection. Compared with competitors, Nexperia emphasizes reliability, quality, and targeted expertise in automotive and industrial markets, supported by ongoing improvement and product development. Its goal is to maintain leadership in supplying essential semiconductor parts that enable safer, more efficient, and more capable electronic systems.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: $880M
Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Founded: 1953

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