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Nexperia

Platform Development Engineer

ManchesterPosted 3 weeks ago
Full-timehybrid

Job Description

At Nexperia Manchester, we are strengthening our R&D organisation with the addition of a Senior Engineer – Power MOSFET Platform Development. This is an opportunity to shape next generation power semiconductor technologies within a global manufacturer producing over 100 billion devices every year. 

In this role, you will contribute across the entire product development lifecycle from early concept and device architecture through design, prototyping, validation, and industrialisation. Your expertise will directly influence the performance, reliability, and manufacturability of future MOSFET platforms. 

We are looking for a methodical problem solver who can conceptualise, design, and develop innovative semiconductor power MOSFET technologies. If you enjoy working handson in a collaborative R&D environment where your technical insight is genuinely valued, this role offers the scope and impact you’re looking for. 

 

What you will do 

As a Platform Development Engineer at Nexperia, you will join a large and highly collaborative R&D organisation with direct exposure to teams across the business. You will work closely with colleagues in R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment on specifications, technology roadmaps, and longterm product strategy. You will also interact with external customers, global suppliers, and our assembly and test operations, giving you broad visibility and influence across the full development chain. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Understanding and interpreting the Customer Requirement Specification for new products 

  • Contributing to technology platform and product design using tools such as TCAD, Cadence, and Klayout 

  • Performing data analysis across wafer test, assembly, and qualification stages 

  • Preparing clear technical summaries and communicating complex information to team members and wider stakeholders 

 

What you will need 

Essential Requirements: 

  • Degree in Electronics Engineering, Semiconductor Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline 

  • Several years of experience in power semiconductor technology development (Power MOSFETs, ideally Silicon), with strong understanding of device physics, process interactions, manufacturability, and failure mechanisms 

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information for stakeholders, senior management, and cross‑functional teams

  • Ability to work on site based in Stockport on a Hybrid basis (3 days per week in office)

Desirable skills & experience 

  • Project management experience with the ability to multitask across development streams 

  • Demonstrated experience using design tools like TCAD, Cadence or Klayout 

  • Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, Statistica or SPSS 

  • Handson experience with root cause analysis, including 8D, 5Why, Fishbone diagrams and containment strategies 

Interview process 

  • Stage 1: Recruiter Review 

  • Stage 2: 30-60minute Technical Interview 

  • Stage 3: 60minute Behavioural & Competency Interview 

 

Your benefits will include 

Remuneration & Reward – Comprehensive and competitive package including a bonus of up to 20% ,excellent contributory pension scheme of up to 9%, recognition rewards scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme, income protection, 12 x salary life assurance policy. 

Health & Wellbeing – 33 days annual leave, flexible benefits scheme, hybrid and flexible working, enhanced parental leave, on-site medical centre, enhanced sick pay, subsidised canteen, employee assistance programme, retail & entertainment discounts, a variety of sports & social clubs. 

Professional Development – As a large multinational organisation, we offer huge growth potential both internally and globally within the business, via both management and technical pathways. 

Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability – A global commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2035, working with suppliers who embrace and comply with the Nexperia Supplier Code of Conduct, paid time off for every employee to support charitable work up to 4 times per year. 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Corporate members of Neurodiversity in Business and a Disability Confident Employer. Dedicated Employee Resource Groups for Neuroinclusion, the LGBTQ+ community, and Women in Nexperia, with a commitment to increase women in management positions to 30% by 2030. 

Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright © material and the word Nexperia® is a registered trademark.

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.

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