Senior Design Engineer

microTECH Global Limited; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

microTECH Global Limited in Bedford, UK, is seeking a Senior Design Product Engineer to develop next‑generation power semiconductor devices for overvoltage and overcurrent protection. The role covers design and layout of chips for in‑house wafer fabrication and external foundries, acting as a technical advisor on wafer processing and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will contribute to new product development, collaborate across Product Management, Sales and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Physics or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Define new products with Product Management, Sales and Applications teams.
• Design and develop silicon or SiC power semiconductor devices.
• Apply semiconductor physics, DOE, wafer fabrication and electrical testing to prototype development.
• Use Silvaco or similar CAD tools for simulation, design and layout.
• Provide technical training and cross-functional engineering support.
• Lead complex work including device modelling and technology qualification.
• Develop documentation such as datasheets aligned to quality standards.

Skills

semiconductor physics

wafer processing

power semiconductor devices

surge protection technologies

Silvaco CAD tools

design & layout

troubleshooting

communication with global stakeholders

Education

Engineering/Physics degree

Tools

Silvaco

Job description

Senior Design Product Engineer

Location: Bedford, UK - Onsite working required

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK

Our client is a leading global semiconductor manufacturer is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to develop next-generation power semiconductor devices for overvoltage and overcurrent protection applications. This role involves the design and layout of semiconductor chips for both in-house wafer fabrication and external foundries. You will play a key role in new product development while also acting as a technical advisor on wafer processing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Product Management, Sales and Applications teams to define new products
• Design and develop silicon or SiC power semiconductor devices
• Apply semiconductor physics, DOE, wafer fabrication and electrical testing to prototype development
• Use Silvaco or similar CAD tools for simulation, design and layout
• Reverse engineer competitor products for benchmarking
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) to ensure on-time production release
• Lead complex work including device modelling and technology qualification
• Produce full documentation, including datasheets, aligned to IATF16949 (or higher)
• Develop and perform characterisation, reliability testing and failure analysis
• Apply SPC, DOE, DFM, FMEA and Six Sigma methodologies
• Support existing products and drive continuous improvement across design and process
• Diagnose and resolve product/process issues related to quality, cost and performance
• Provide technical training and cross-functional engineering support

Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in semiconductor physics and wafer processing
• Proven experience designing power semiconductor devices (Silicon or SiC)
• Knowledge of surge protection technologies and circuit protection components
• Understanding of application circuits requiring protection
• Experience in device characterisation, reliability and failure analysis
• Familiarity with industry standards for voltage and overcurrent protection
• Proficiency with Silvaco or equivalent tools
• Degree in Engineering/Physics (or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex products from concept to production
• Strong problem-solving, organisation and time management skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to present complex technical information to global stakeholders
• Effective collaborator across engineering, manufacturing and commercial teams

This is an opportunity to join an innovative organisation at the forefront of power semiconductor technology, working on advanced designs while influencing manufacturing processes and product strategy.