Principal Engineer Compact Modeling and Virtual Prototyping (f/m/div)

Infineon Technologies AG; Neubiberg; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG is seeking a Principal Engineer for compact modeling and virtual prototyping within its R&D team. You will shape device models for electrical, thermal, and electro-thermal behavior in Si and SiC technologies, and drive model conversions and cross-platform portability.

Lead model development with high ownership, support application engineers, and interface with the Compact Model Coalition (CMC) to advance technologies and measurement techniques.

Qualifications

• University degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Experience in semiconductor and device physics with a focus on compact modeling and simulation tools.
• Experience applying AI techniques to compact modeling and model development.

Responsibilities

• Develop compact models for electrical, thermal, and electro-thermal characteristics of power devices (Si/SiC).
• Convert baseline models into Verilog-A and translate Verilog-A models back into SPICE.
• Improve convergence and portability across simulation platforms.
• Verify models using application-oriented test circuits.
• Evaluate device behavior in parasitic environments and compare modeling approaches.
• Advance modeling methodologies and measurement techniques.

Skills

Compact modeling

Verilog-A

AI techniques

Model calibration

Parameter extraction

Independent work

Communication

Team collaboration

Simulation understanding

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Verilog-A

SPICE

Modeling tools

Job description

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Your role

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Develop compact models using both physics-based and behavioral modeling approaches to accurately represent the electrical, thermal, and electro-thermal characteristics of power semiconductor devices, particularly high-voltage MOSFETs, JFETs, diodes, and IGBTs in silicon (Si) and silicon carbide (SiC) technologies
• Convert existing baseline models into Verilog-A and develop converters to translate Verilog-A models back into SPICE
• Implement new methodologies for the optimization of physics-based device compact models, ensuring good convergence and portability across multiple commonly used simulation platforms
• Verify compact models using provided or self-developed application-oriented test circuits
• Evaluate device behavior in the presence of parasitic application environments and analyze their representation through different modeling approaches
• Take responsibility for the continuous advancement of modeling methodologies and measurement techniques
• Support application engineers in solving complex technical challenges and serve as a key contact for aligning compact model strategies with other compact modeling groups within Infineon
• Act as the interface to the Compact Model Coalition (CMC)
• Independently define tasks, priorities, and approaches within the area of responsibility, demonstrating a high degree of ownership and decision-making autonomy
• Operate with significant autonomy, taking responsibility for defining work packages, setting priorities, and driving technical solutions independently

Your profile

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• University degree or PhD in a relevant field such as Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
• Extensive professional experience (10+ years) in semiconductor and device physics, with a strong focus on compact modeling and simulation tools
• Experience in the application of AI techniques for compact modeling and model development
• Knowledge of methods to improve compact model performance, particularly regarding simulation convergence and runtime optimization
• Proficiency in Verilog-A for the implementation and development of compact models
• Experience with optimization and parameter extraction techniques for the calibration and tuning of compact models
• Ability to work independently with strong self-management and prioritization skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, especially in model performance
• Effective communicator with proven stakeholder management experience
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with various users of simulation environments
• High attention to detail and quality, particularly in model calibration, implementation, and validation
• Organized and methodical working style with robust documentation and reporting skills
• Agile learner with an innovative mindset, including AI-based approaches in compact modeling

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