Staff Foundry Technology Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Process/Device Engineer to join their Operations Engineering Division. This role involves supporting design teams and collaborating with various engineering groups to ensure successful product delivery. You will leverage your extensive experience in the semiconductor industry to address complex challenges, guide teams on process technology, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and sustainability, where your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in the semiconductor industry as a process/device engineer.
• Expertise in high voltage and power applications.

Responsibilities

• Support Renesas design teams for successful delivery of design solutions.
• Collaborate on DRC reviews and process verifications for tape-out.

Skills

Process Technology Expertise

Device/Process Engineering

Communication Skills

Mentoring Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

About Operations Engineering Division (OED): OED is the central team supporting all Business Unit Design and Development teams, as well as other organizations including Sales, Marketing, Business Operations, Foundry Operations, and Test. OED manages process technology and PDK development for internal and external foundry processes. Our team, comprising mostly MS/PhD professionals, focuses on Test Technology, Foundry Operations, and Yield management, contributing to aggressive NPI strategies and continual cost and margin improvements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Act as a device/process expert supporting all Renesas design teams, collaborating closely with design, technology, and operations teams to ensure successful delivery of design solutions.
2. Interface among OED Engineering teams (Process Technology, PDK Development, Quality) and Product Groups and Sales/Marketing to facilitate smooth New Product Introduction to Ramp execution.
3. Support and guide product design teams on process technology options, power device layout/usage, and general design activities.
4. Collaborate with design and layout engineers on DRC reviews, layout checks, and process verifications for successful tape-out of products.
5. Work with quality and product engineers to address and resolve process-related yield, quality, and manufacturing issues.
6. Coordinate with manufacturing organizations to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
7. Contribute to process definition, documentation, management, and continuous improvement efforts.
8. Work independently within cross-functional and international teams (US, Europe, Asia).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in the semiconductor industry as a process/device engineer or foundry interface engineer, with experience dealing with foundries on various process technologies.
• Expertise in devices and process technology, preferably for high voltage and power applications.
• Understanding of analog power management circuits and ability to communicate with design teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences, with mentoring abilities.

Additional, Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

Company Description

Renesas is a leading global semiconductor company committed to developing a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world. We aim to make every endpoint intelligent with our product solutions across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT markets. Our portfolio includes MCUs, SoCs, analog, and power products, serving the world’s top electronics manufacturers. With about 21,000 employees across over 30 countries, we embody a culture of transparency, agility, innovation, and diversity, dedicated to building a sustainable future through technology.