Role
- Lead the design and optimization of next-generation SiC MOSFETs and GaN power devices for automotive and industrial applications.
- Benchmarking of critical design parameters in and across the voltage nodes.
- Research and evaluate novel architectures to improve performance and reliability.
- Define device architectures to achieve electrical, thermal, reliability, and cost targets.
- Support development and calibration of TCAD process and device simulation models using experimental characterization data.
- Design reliable edge termination structures for high and ultra-high voltage applications.
- Lead prototype evaluation, electrical characterization, and silicon debug activities in collaboration with Failure Analysis and Reliability teams.
- Optimize device designs considering process variation, manufacturability, and long-term reliability.
- Collaborate with Process Integration, Product Engineering, Reliability, and external foundry teams throughout product development.
- Support in IP generations, technical report writing, and research publications.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and review technical deliverables.
- Clear communication of complex technological ideas to cross functional and leadership teams.
Requirements
- MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Physics, or a related discipline.
- 6–10 years of experience in power semiconductor device design.
- Strong expertise in SiC MOSFETs, SiC diodes, GaN HEMTs, or advanced silicon power devices.
- Advanced knowledge of semiconductor device physics and wide bandgap materials.
- Expert-level experience with TCAD simulation and model calibration.
- Experience in device layout development and mask design.
- Strong understanding of silicon correlation and electrical characterization.
- Knowledge of reliability mechanisms including TDDB, HTRB, HTGB, HTOL, UIS, avalanche, and short-circuit ruggedness.
- Experience in JMP, Minitab, or other statistical tools.
- Familiarity with JEDEC and AEC-Q101 qualification standards.
- Experience collaborating with external foundries are desirable.
Patent contributions or published technical work are desirable
