NXP

Junior DfT Design Engineer - MCU

Italy · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerNXP
LocationItaly
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted23 Sep 2026

NXP’s Industrial & IoT Edge solutions range from the smallest MCUs to very high-performance processors to provide real-time insights and efficient automation when performance matters most. NXP’s advanced portfolio of edge processing solutions lets developers explore their most innovative ideas with confidence, enabling applications across the autonomous home, industrial automation, and personal electronics.

NXP is building new teams in Catania to develop high-impact microcontrollers (MCUs) as part of NXP's Intelligent Edge and AI strategy. These teams will bring together a broad range of engineering expertise, spanning analog, digital, and SoC design. With end-to-end product development capabilities located in Catania, we are creating world-class products at a world-class pace.

As a Digital DFT Engineer, you will support the development and implementation of digital Design-for-Test (DFT) solutions for complex semiconductor devices. You will collaborate with experienced engineers to explore innovative DFT techniques, algorithms, and methodologies that improve product quality, testability, and manufacturing efficiency.

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Your Responsibilities.

Contribute to digital IC design, verification, and Design-for-Test (DFT) activities.
Support the development and evaluation of DFT architectures, algorithms, and methodologies.
Participate in the analysis of digital circuits to improve testability, coverage, and diagnosis capabilities.
Assist in the implementation and validation of DFT solutions using industry-standard EDA tools.
Conduct research and technical investigations related to digital design and test challenges.
Analyze simulation and test data, documenting results and proposing improvements.
Collaborate with digital design, verification, product engineering, and test teams.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and thesis-related documentation.
Participate in technical reviews and contribute to engineering discussions and problem-solving activities.

YourProfile.

Master's degree in Electronic Engineering or related field.
Interest in semiconductor technologies, digital integrated circuit design, and test methodologies.
Good understanding of digital electronics fundamentals, logic design, and computer architecture concepts.
Familiarity with hardware description languages (Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL) is considered a plus.
Basic programming skills in Python, C/C++, or similar languages.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
Motivated, curious, and eager to learn in a challenging technical environment.

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NXP is committed to equal pay for equal work and work of equal value and applies fair, consistent and transparent remuneration practices.

As of the date of this posting, the estimated gross annual base salary range for this position in Italy is between 31,200 € and 43,000 € annually. This range is intended as a guideline. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, and specific business or organizational needs. This position falls under the applicable National Collective Labour Agreement (Metalmeccanica Industria). Where relevant, the total compensation package may also include additional elements such as annual incentive opportunities and/or equity, along with a competitive benefits package.

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