The KAI Competence Center for Automotive and Industrial Electronics was founded in 2006, is a 100% subsidiary of Infineon, and is located in the Villach Technology Park. The focus of our research is the reliability of power semiconductors in automotive and industrial applications.
Key responsibilities in your new role
- Scope: Build on prior project work to investigate parasitic impedance in test‑board layouts and develop a Design‑for‑Test (DfT) test circuit for precise impedance measurements and future power‑circuit optimization
- Measurement: Deepen your understanding of self‑inductance and its impact on signal integrity in printed circuit boards (PCB) and perform targeted measurements
- Simulation: Enhance circuit‑simulation skills using tutor‑provided example circuits
- Prototyping: Design, lay out, and evaluate a power‑converter test board
- Optimization: Propose an optimized PCB layout to reduce switching noise in the circuit
- Validation: Compare measurement results with available simulation and calculation outcomes
Further Information
- Type of employment: Temporary / Full‑time (flexible working hours from Monday to Friday between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m.)
- Duration: 8 months
Your profile
Qualifications and skills to help you succeed
- Education: Currently enrolled in a Master in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering or related, a completed Bachelor in Electronics or Electrical Engineering is preferred
Technical Skills
Able to read and understand electronic schematics and PCB layouts, capable of simulating electronic circuits, previous experience in PCB design and layout is highly appreciated
- Mindset: Self‑motivated with a hands‑on approach, able to align a flexible schedule with your curriculum and project needs
- Collaboration: Ready to work and cooperate within an international team of researchers
Language Skills
Good English, German is a plus
Additional information This position is subject to the collective agreement for workers and employees in the electrical and electronics industry (full‑time), employment group D for master students (https://www.feei.at/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/minimum-salaries-white-collar-workers-2026-05-01.pdf ).