Senior Power Module Design Engineer (Si/SiC) – Flexible

Microchip Technology Inc.

Caldicot

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. Caldicot site is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design and simulation of Si and SiC power modules, focusing on optimizing electrical performance, reliability, and manufacturability, using advanced design and simulation tools.

You will be part of a team of specialists in materials, mechanical, electronics and packaging, driving breakthroughs in next-generation microelectronic modules and contributing to growth of our products and

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in power module design, particularly with Si and SiC technologies.
Proficiency in Altium Designer for electrical schematics and layouts.
Experience with electrical simulation tools such as SPICE and PLECS.
Experience of electromagnetic simulation tools, such as ANSYS Q3D, ANSYS Maxwell, and thermal analysis tools like ANSYS Icepak.
Solid understanding of power semiconductor devices and loss mechanisms.
Familiarity with reliability and quality standards for power modules.
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

Design and develop electrical layouts and schematics for Si and SiC power modules.
Perform electrical simulations to analyse circuit behaviour and optimize switching performance.
Conduct electromagnetic field simulations to minimize parasitic effects and ensure compliance to target module specifications.
Evaluate thermal performance in conjunction with electrical design.
Select components, including power semiconductors, passive components, and interconnects, to meet performance requirements.
Optimize designs for electrical efficiency, reliability, and manufacturability.
Support prototype builds and testing, analysing data to refine designs and improve performance.
Prepare detailed technical documentation, including schematics, simulation reports, and test plans.
Take on other engineering duties as required and assigned.
Travel internationally on occasion as requested.