Master Thesis: Protection Strategies for High-Power Operational Amplifiers (f/m/div)

#WeAreIn to create tiny chips and big careers. The future won’t wait... why should you? Join us and make a difference. Whether you join as a student, intern, or trainee, you'll be part of something real - real projects, real impact, and real opportunities to grow. Are you in? Your role Key responsibilities in your new role You will analyze the robustness of the APEX PA50 power amplifier and develop protection strategies to prevent failures under critical operating conditions. The expected outcome is a validated protection solution and practical design guidelines for safer and more robust system design. • Technology Evaluation: Study the APEX PA50 amplifier and evaluation kit, while assessing alternative power amplifier solutions • Failure Analysis: Identify and characterize the main failure mechanisms and critical operating conditions of the amplifier • Hardware Design: Design and implement a protection solution, either as an add-on module for the existing evaluation kit or through a dedicated custom-designed board • Validation & Testing: Experimentally validate the protection strategy and compare amplifier performance with and without protection • Documentation & Guidelines: Define design and usage guidelines to improve the robustness and reliability of applications based on the amplifier Your profile Qualifications and skills to help you succeed • Study Field: Currently enrolled in a master’s degree in electronics engineering • Skills: Good understanding of analog and power electronics, with the ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and PCB layouts • Background: Previous experience with electronic circuit simulation is required, while knowledge of PCB design and layout is considered a plus • Mindset: Self-motivated and proactive, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and the ability to balance project activities with academic commitments • Collaboration: Ready to work effectively both independently and as part of an international team of researchers and engineers • Language Skills: Good command of English, both written and spoken Please send us your CV in English so we can get to know you better. #WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization. As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in? We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity. Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Please let your recruiter know if you need any accommodations during the interview process. Learn more about our various contact channels and about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.