Nxp

Semiconductor

GraduateDigitalDesignEngineer

Glasgow, United Kingdom FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Graduate Digital Design Engineer at Nxp. Skills: Digital Design, Verification, Security Solutions, Verilog. Write Verilog code. Simulate digital designs”

Industry & Context.

Semiconductor
Problems you'll solve

Analytical and problem-solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Master’s or Honours degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, Interest in, and basic understanding of, IC digital design, Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

Some understanding of microcontroller architecture and fundamental IC design concepts

What You'll Do.

Simulate digital designs

Write SystemVerilog testbenches

Work with senior team members

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with senior team members; Work effectively as part of a team

Communication Scope

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Full Job Description

This vacancy is within the **Competence Center Crypto & Security (CCC&S)** organisation. You will be part of a highly specialised digital design team focused on **research and development of future security solutions** , ranging from individual IP blocks to complete **secure sub‑systems with strong end‑to‑end security**. ### The role We are looking for a **highly motivated graduate** to join our **Digital Design Team**. In this role, you will work closely with and be mentored by **Senior Engineers** , gaining hands‑on experience in the **design and verification of cryptographic algorithms and secure digital systems**. Graduates joining the team will benefit from a **structured training programme and technical mentoring** , designed to support your development and enable you to be successful in this role and beyond. ### Key responsibilities The responsibilities of this exciting and varied role include: * Writing **Verilog** code to describe digital circuits * Simulating digital designs using **state‑of‑the‑art EDA tools** * Synthesising designs using **industry‑standard tools** and optimising for **area, power, and performance** * Writing **SystemVerilog testbenches** to verify functionality * Working closely with senior team members throughout the full design and verification flow * And more, as you grow and develop within the team ## Required qualifications and experience Successful candidates will have: * A **Master’s or Honours degree** in **Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline** * An interest in, and basic understanding of, **IC digital design** * Preferably some understanding of **microcontroller architecture** and fundamental IC design concepts * **Excellent written and verbal communication skills** **​** ## Personal attributes Furthermore, you should demonstrate: * Strong **analytical and problem‑solving skills** * A **pro‑active, motivated attitude** with a willingness to learn * The ability to work effectively both independently

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