Lead Principal Engineer GaN Technology Development (f/m/div)

Infineon Technologies; Villach; Vor Ort; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading semiconductor firm in Austria seeks a Lead Principal Engineer for Technology Development. You will be pivotal in advancing GaN technology, leading projects, and collaborating with international teams. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in technology development, a relevant university degree, and strong knowledge of power semiconductor process technology. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Leistungen

Competitive salary

Additional performance-based benefits

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in technology development in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong knowledge of power semiconductor process technology and device physics.
• Full English proficiency; German language skills are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead the development of a new generation power GaN wafer technology.
• Be responsible for the technology project.
• Drive design activities of technology test chip.

Kenntnisse

Project leadership

Collaboration

Structured problem-solving

Communication skills

Technical advice for management

Ausbildung

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Sciences, Physics or comparable

Jobbeschreibung

Lead Principal Engineer – Technology Development (GaN)

Join Infineon's Power and Sensor Systems (PSS) division in Austria, where innovation meets sustainability. As our new Lead Principal Engineer for Technology Development, you will play a key role in advancing cutting‑edge GaN technology.

You’re a collaborative, innovation‑driven professional who values clear communication, structured problem‑solving, and delivering impactful solutions.

In your new role you will:

• Lead the development of a new generation power GaN wafer technology
• Be responsible for the technology project
• Contribute to new device concepts and process integration schemes for GaN HEMTs manufactured in a 300mm line
• Drive design activities of technology test chip
• Coordinate DoEs, tracking of development lots in the production line
• Collaborate with technical marketing on requirements and specifications
• Collaborate with wafer fab organization to develop new unit processes
• Be part of an international team of passionate and experienced engineers
• Provide technical advice for management decisions

You are a great fit for this role if you have:

• A university degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Sciences, Physics or comparable
• 10+ years of experience in technology development in the semiconductor industry
• Experience as a project leader and technical lead in previous technology development projects
• Strong knowledge of power semiconductor process technology and device physics
• Knowledge in wide bandgap semiconductor technologies is a plus
• Certification in project management is a plus
• Knowledge of low/medium voltage power technologies and DC/DC power stages
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in a multi‑cultural, multi‑site and cross functional teams
• Full English proficiency. German language skills are a plus

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification. The monthly salary is paid 14 times p.a. We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.

Contact

Melanie Happerger, LinkedIn

Equal Opportunity

Infineon embraces diversity and inclusion and welcomes everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to giving all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant's experience and skills.

We look forward to receiving your resume, even if you do not entirely meet all the requirements of the job posting.

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