Senior Staff Specialist Production Management (f/m/div)

Infineon Technologies AG; Villach; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Villach, Austria, seeks a Senior Staff Specialist in Production Management within our Research Development team. You will merge engineering excellence with hands-on manufacturing leadership to drive innovations from concept to high-volume production.

You will own cost reduction initiatives for IGBT/CoolMOS/SIC products, lead cross-functional projects, and guide yield improvements using data analytics and 8D problem solving, while coordinating with global teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mechatronics or comparable field.
• 3–5 years in semiconductor or system manufacturing or supply chain.
• Understanding frontend/backend manufacturing processes and strategies.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects.
• 8D problem-solving experience.
• Strong affinity for big data and Excel; SQL is advantageous.
• Excellent English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drive cost reduction and cost avoidance for PS products.
• Analyze and verify new designs for manufacturability.
• Own yield stabilization during ramp-up and production.
• Lead yield improvement and 8D problem-solving.
• Define manufacturing strategy aligned with Product Lines and PS board.
• Lead transfer projects as Project Owner/Manager with scope and budget.
• Develop methods/tools for product analysis for safe launches and ramp-up.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Big data analytics

Excel proficiency

SQL basics

English fluency

German language advantage

Education

Master’s degree in engineering/physics/chemistry/mechatronics

Tools

SQL

Job description

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As a Senior Staff Specialist in Production Management within our Research Development team, you'll have the opportunity to merge creativity with your technical expertise to shape the future of technology, driving groundbreaking projects and bringing new ideas to life. Are you in?

Key responsibilities

• Drive cost reduction and cost avoidance activities for PS products (IGBTs, CoolMOS, SiC) to ensure a competitive long-term cost position.
• Analyze and verify new product designs to ensure manufacturability and a successful transition into production.
• Take ownership of yield stabilization, optimization and monitoring during ramp-up and volume production, including initiating improvement measures.
• Lead yield improvement and problem-solving activities, including focus teams and 8D processes for customer rejects and manufacturing issues.
• Define and drive the manufacturing strategy in alignment with Product Lines, OP leaders and the PS board, focusing on flexibility, resilience and investment optimization.
• Lead technology or product transfer projects as Project Owner or Project Manager with full responsibility for scope, budget, resources and project results.
• Develop and implement new methods and tools for product analysis to enable safe product launches and smooth ramp-up to high-volume production.

Qualifications and skills

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mechatronics or a comparable field, combined with solid knowledge of power transistor processes and power technology product designs.
• At least 3–5 years of professional experience in the semiconductor or system manufacturing industry or supply chain management.
• In-depth understanding of frontend and backend manufacturing processes, production requirements and manufacturing strategies.
• Good understanding of cross‑functional processes and interfaces (e.g. PRE, QM, PMG, R&D, OP, RCM, SCP, OSAT, EWM), including relevant economic factors.
• Experience in managing high-profile projects and leading complex, cross‑functional project teams.
• Experience with the 8D problem‑solving methodology and leading task forces or focus teams.
• Strong affinity for big data and statistical analysis, with very good Excel skills; SQL database programming is an advantage.
• Excellent English language skills; German is considered an advantage.

Salary and benefits

We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification.

The employment is in accordance with the collective salary and wage agreement for employees of the electrical and electronics industry, employment group H ( https://www.feei.at/aktuelles/mindestloehne-und-gehaelter-eei/ ).

The monthly salary is paid 14 times p. a. We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.

Company culture and diversity

Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game‑changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals.

Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.

We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion.

We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity.