TDK Electronics · TDK Europe
 16 - C7 - Azubis Showroom

For our European R&D Center at our location in Deutschlandsberg, we are looking, for an exciting and challenging project in cooperation with TU-Graz as of now an


PhD Candidate (m/f)

What you can expect

  • Concept, design and optimization of piezo ultrasonic transducers
  • Production, characterization and improvement of prototypes
  • Literature research and training in the field of ultrasonic and piezo transducers and materials
  • Work within a multidisciplinary R&D group

What you bring to the table

  • Completed university studies - Microsystems, Mechanical Engineering or similar
  • Willingness to master the physics of ultrasonic and its transducers
  • Experience with Matlab and/or Python
  • Measurement with different types of equipment (e.g. Oscilloscope, Signal generator, Impedance analyser…)
  • Soldering and polymer processing capabilities
  • High motivation and independent, structured working style
  • English spoken and written

Salary: Starting from € 3.300 gross per month (14 times, fulltime) 


Who we are

TDK Corporation

TDK Corporation is a world leader in electronic solutions for the smart society based in Tokyo, Japan. Built on a foundation of material sciences mastery, TDK welcomes societal transformation by resolutely remaining at the forefront of technological evolution and deliberately „Attracting Tomorrow.” It was established in 1935 to commercialize ferrite, a key material in electronic and magnetic products. TDK's comprehensive, innovation-driven portfolio features passive components such as ceramic, aluminum electrolytic and film capacitors, as well as magnetics, high-frequency, and piezo and protection devices. The product spectrum also includes sensors and sensor systems such as temperature and pressure, magnetic, and MEMS sensors. In addition, TDK provides power supplies and energy devices, magnetic heads and more. These products are marketed under the product brands TDK, EPCOS, InvenSense, Micronas, Tronics and TDK-Lambda.

TDK focuses on demanding markets in automotive, industrial and consumer electronics, and information and communication technology. The company has a network of design and manufacturing locations and sales offices in Asia, Europe, and North and South America. In fiscal 2023, TDK posted total sales of USD 16.1 billion and employed about 103,000 people worldwide.

TDK Electronics

TDK Electronics develops, manufactures and markets electronic components and systems under the product brands of TDK and EPCOS, focusing on fast-growing leading-edge technology markets, which include automotive electronics, industrial electronics, and consumer electronics as well as information and communications technology. Headquartered in Munich, Germany and thanks to the 23,200 employees at around 20 design and production locations and an extensive sales network, the globally positioned company works closely with customers and creates beyond the provision of standard products the right solutions for them.

Our benefits in Deutschlandsberg

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Flexible working hours

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Covered by collective bargaining agreements

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Career development and continuing education

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Your Job Application

Please send us your complete application documents.

We ask career starters and experienced professionals to state their earliest possible starting date and their salary expectations.

TDK attaches great importance to diversity. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin or disability. Applicants (m/f/d) who would like the support of the local representative for the severely disabled are requested to indicate this in their application documents.

We look forward to meeting you.


HR Contact

TDK Electronics GmbH & Co OG

Human Resources Mag. Eva-Maria Höfler
Siemensstraße 43 8530 Deutschlandsberg Phone+43 3462 800 2263 emailjob.db@tdk.com