Principal Device Design Engineer

Renesas Electronics•Austin, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Renesas Electronics Americas (REA) is seeking a Principal Device Design Engineer to develop cutting-edge switching power MOSFETs for 12V to 80V applications. This role involves participating in the full product cycle, from conception to final characterization. Responsibilities include developing novel device structures, optimizing performance and ruggedness using TCAD simulation, and creating test and characterization methods. The engineer will collaborate with process integration engineers on manufacturable designs and consult with IC design teams on MOSFET drivers. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy problem-solving and challenging the status quo.

Requirements

Expertise in Power Semiconductor Devices
Expertise in Semiconductor Device Physics
Expertise in Semiconductor Device Reliability
Expertise in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Expertise in Materials Science
Expertise in TCAD modeling and simulation
Expertise in Device layout
Understanding of switched-mode power applications
Understanding of implications of packaging and PCB parasitics during switching
Understanding of implications of package and PCB materials on thermal characteristics
Understanding of influence of / requirements for MOSFET driver
M.S. or Ph.D. in relevant field
7+ years’ experience in power semiconductor device engineering

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated track record of commercially successful power MOSFET developments
Direct experience in advanced Switching Power MOSFET structures

Responsibilities

Develop high-performance power switching devices based on fundamental physical principles and available manufacturing capabilities.
Develop proprietary process flows and identify critical design parameters and process variation sensitivities that affect manufacturability.
Develop simulation experiments to identify critical process and design parameters and center them for reliability, performance, and manufacturability.
Work closely with fab process engineers toward the development of new process recipes and design rules.
Develop intelligent process and layout experiments for engineering lots to minimize development cycle time.
Execute test mask and product mask layouts with support from CAE team.
Identify testing requirements and techniques for new technologies and advise during characterization and testing.
Analyze measured data on devices and test structures to optimize device design and process.
Provide engineering support for existing power semiconductor products to maintain yield and performance.