Reliability Engineer

Nexperia
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As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring reliability stress tests in support of new product qualifications, technology changes, and customer requirements. This includes ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g., JEDEC, AEC-Q100), driving root cause analysis for reliability failures, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across product, test, and failure analysis engineering.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and execute reliability qualification tests including HTOL, uHAST, THB, TMCL, ELFR, PC, and other JEDEC/AEC stress methodologies.
• Define test conditions, sample size, and duration based on applicable standards and customer-specific requirements.
• Interface with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product Engineering, QA, FA, Test, Manufacturing) to coordinate qualification activities and resolve issues.
• Monitor reliability chambers, equipment calibration status, and ensure proper lot traceability and test integrity throughout the qualification cycle.
• Analyze test results using statistical tools (e.g., Weibull, Minitab, JMP) and compile comprehensive technical reports.
• Support failure analysis investigations and contribute to root cause finding for reliability-related failures.
• Maintain test execution tracking systems and ensure data accuracy for reporting and audit readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, enhance test coverage, and increase lab throughput.
• Participate in DFR reviews and P-FMEA discussions, contributing to early reliability risk identification.
• Ensure alignment with quality management systems such as ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 3–7 years of experience in reliability engineering, preferably in the semiconductor industry.
• Hands-on experience in reliability test execution, qualification planning, and issue debugging.
• Knowledge of reliability failure modes, risk assessment, and process reliability impact.
• Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 and/or IATF 16949 is a plus.

Skills /Competencies
Hard Competencies:

• Proficient in reliability test planning, data analysis, and reporting.
• Familiarity with JEDEC/AEC standards and qualification matrix development.
• Experienced in statistical analysis tools (JMP, Origin, Minitab, Excel).
• Familiar with C+++ programming, I2C, Matlab, Phyton and etc.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor packaging, assembly, and device physics.
• Knowledge in reliability stress test methodologies and chamber operation.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical with risk-based thinking and problem-solving mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Team playerwith good initiative and ability to work independently.
• Familiar with quality systems and audit processes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• KPIs – Deliverables and Process:
• On-time delivery of qualification reports
• Compliance with reliability standards and procedures
• Audit readiness and closure rate
• Effective communication of risks and test status to stakeholders
• Lab throughput and resource efficiency

Output (Deliverables):

• Qualification Project completion

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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.