Power Electronics Research Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

11h

About The Position

Advanced IC Strategy & Architecture (PMIC, ASIC, SoC) Strategic Roadmap Development: Lead the definition of long-term technology roadmaps for Power Management ICs (PMIC) and Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC), specifically tailored for traction inverters and gate drive applications. Custom Silicon Definition: Define technical specifications and architectural requirements for custom SoC and ASIC solutions, focusing on the integration of sensing, protection, and control functions into mixed-signal silicon. System-in-Package (SiP) Integration: Drive the transition from discrete components to SiP solutions to minimize parasitic inductance and optimize the commutation loop for Wide Bandgap (SiC/GaN) devices. BCD Process Evaluation: Evaluate and select appropriate Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS (BCD) process technologies for high-voltage gate drivers and mixed-signal control circuits. Supply Chain & Foundry Interaction: Lead technical engagement with semiconductor foundries and Tier-1 suppliers; conduct "Make vs. Buy" analyses for analog and mixed-signal designs to ensure supply chain resilience and cost optimization. Design, Simulation & Electromagnetics Build circuit models to estimate frequency generation and propagation in LV/HV circuits. System Integration: Interact with system design, semiconductor, and gate drive experts to meet requirements for high voltage, high , and large gate drive operations. Technical Leadership: Support interaction with inverter control experts, low-voltage circuit designers, and electric machine specialists to ensure cohesive system architecture. Communication: Effectively communicate strategic directions and technical results by writing technical reports, invention disclosures, and presenting executive summaries to management. Design Flows: Experience with EDA tools (Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Synopsys), FPGA prototyping, and the Siemens IC portfolio. Established and active employee resource groups

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power electronics, mixed-signal IC design, or semiconductor packaging.
• Architectural design of power electronic systems or PMIC/ASIC design.
• Developing specifications for analog/mixed-signal ICs in automotive or high-power applications.
• Expertise in circuit parameter extraction and transfer functions from CAD models.
• Proficiency in Double Pulse Test (DPT) procedures to quantify semiconductor switching noise and map propagation paths.
• Experience designing filters, chokes, and snubbers to attenuate noise in electric drive systems.
• Expertise in high-speed time-domain and frequency-domain signal acquisition (oscilloscopes, network/spectrum analyzers).
• Knowledge of PCB design and layout for prototyping high-power filter designs.
• Experience with EDA tools (Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Synopsys), FPGA prototyping, and the Siemens IC portfolio.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of SoC and SiP trends, including 2.5D/3D packaging and their impact on thermal and electrical performance.
• Knowledge of BCD process technologies and how they apply to high-voltage gate driver and transceiver design.
• Familiarity with the semiconductor manufacturing flow (fab, assembly, test) and IC design cycles (RTL to GDSII flow awareness).
• Deep understanding of automotive requirements, including AEC-Q100 qualification standards.
• Knowledge of high-voltage systems and high-temperature circuit design for integration with power semiconductor packaging.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition of long-term technology roadmaps for Power Management ICs (PMIC) and Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC), specifically tailored for traction inverters and gate drive applications.
• Define technical specifications and architectural requirements for custom SoC and ASIC solutions, focusing on the integration of sensing, protection, and control functions into mixed-signal silicon.
• Drive the transition from discrete components to SiP solutions to minimize parasitic inductance and optimize the commutation loop for Wide Bandgap (SiC/GaN) devices.
• Evaluate and select appropriate Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS (BCD) process technologies for high-voltage gate drivers and mixed-signal control circuits.
• Lead technical engagement with semiconductor foundries and Tier-1 suppliers; conduct "Make vs. Buy" analyses for analog and mixed-signal designs to ensure supply chain resilience and cost optimization.
• Build circuit models to estimate frequency generation and propagation in LV/HV circuits.
• Interact with system design, semiconductor, and gate drive experts to meet requirements for high voltage, high , and large gate drive operations.
• Support interaction with inverter control experts, low-voltage circuit designers, and electric machine specialists to ensure cohesive system architecture.
• Effectively communicate strategic directions and technical results by writing technical reports, invention disclosures, and presenting executive summaries to management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees