Senior Project and Program Design Engineer

Company Description

Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world-leading MCUs, SoCs, analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of the electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics and the world

Job Description

The SiC Process Program Manager will be responsible for the process development and execution of a program to develop and commercialize silicon carbide (SiC) power devices. This role will require a strong understanding of SiC process development, as well as experience in strategic planning and business negotations from risk mitigation perspective. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a proven track record of success in delivering complex programs. This position is in DDT(Device Development Technology Group) in OED. 

Requirements:

It will require the candidate to have knowledge of following skills. 

• Device technology: At least  7years device process design/ electrical characterization experience in SiC, and preferably Si-power FET technologies for power applications
• Program management: At least 3years experience of program manager working with relevant departments such as design, marketing, internal/external fabs, QA, assembly, PDK and Test to facilitate project progress
• Communication: Good written and oral communication in English and documentation skills
• Desired locations: Austin Texas, Phoenix Arizona, Raleigh North Carolina, Palm Bay Florida
• Travel Requirements: Within US and some overseas: 10%

Besides the above skills,  the preferred candidate will also be adept

• Comprehensive knowledge: Device physics, Modeling, PDK, Assembly, Test in SiC
• Knowledge of automotive industry standards: AEC Q101, AQG324 etc.
• Competitor knowledge: Extensive knowledge of competitors in SiC 
• Communication: Oral communication in Japanese

• Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the program plan for the development of SiC power process
• Drive program to meet all technical and business objectives
• Manage the program schedule to meet critical milestones and customer commitments
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (Internal and External)
• Identify key risks to the program and define mitigation actions to address the risks.
• Track and report on program progress to stake holders

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or Material science and engineering
• Device technology: At least  7years device process design/ electrical characterization experience in SiC, and preferably Si-power FET technologies for power applications
• Program management: At least 3years experience of program manager working with relevant departments such as design, marketing, internal/external fabs, QA, assembly, PDK and Test to facilitate project progress

Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is $155,000 - $232,000. This position is also eligible for STI bonus opportunities and commission pay. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate. 
 

Renesas offers a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and pet insurance. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive company-paid life insurance and AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits a