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Internship - Design of a compact solder joint resistance sensor
NL61 NXP Semiconductors Netherlands BV
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Source date: 10/30/2026
About this role
A compact solder joint resistance sensor with 200mΩ range and 100μΩ resolution For safety-critical automotive and robotics applications physical health sensing and failure-prediction are required to meet stringent reliability requirements. To detect and predict a failure[1] in the PCB interconnect interface of a chip requires accurate on-chip measurement of the solder-joint resistance. The challenges associated with the on-chip solder-joint measurement are besides the small resistance range of 200mΩ, required resolution of 100μΩ the accuracy over time and limited force current. Previous work related to a current sensor design[2] shows that it should be feasible to achieve the required resistance resolution when a 100mA force current is applied through the resistance and then measuring the voltage. For the resistance measurement in this application the absolute accuracy over time is also important which can be obtained using a ratiometric measurement using an on-chip reference resistor. In this project you will look into achieving the required resistance measurement resolution while minimizing the force current, ensuring accuracy over time and with a small die size. The project includes the design and tape-out of a prototype chip in 160nm technology. [More information about NXP in the Netherlands...](https://www.nxp.com/company/about-nxp/worldwide-locations/netherlands:NETHERLANDS) LI-3623 NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit [www.nxp.com](http://www.nxp.com) Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on [diversity, inclusion and equality](https://www.nxp.com/company/about-nxp/diversity-equality-and-inclusion:DIVERSITY-AND-INCLUSION). Thank you for considering a career at NXP. To help you prepare for the different steps in our hiring process, see the following [useful advice and tips](https://www.nxp.com/company/careers-at-nxp/getting-hired:GETTING-HIRED). Are you already an NXP employee? Do not apply here. Instead, you must [apply via our internal career page](https://nxp1.sharepoint.com/sites/HR_Online/SitePages/careers_internal_opportunities.aspx). Thank you for your interest in supporting our recruitment efforts. Please note that NXP operates under a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for all recruitment activities. Any candidate profiles or resume submitted without a prior written agreement or explicit request from our Talent Acquisition team will be considered unsolicited. Such submissions will be deemed free of any obligations, and no fees will be paid by NXP or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or divisions - regardless of whether the candidate is hired, either coincidentally or otherwise. Thank you for your understanding.