Innovation & Tech Development Engineer

Krisvconsulting Services Pte Ltd; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor R&D firm in Malaysia, Penang, is seeking an Innovation & Tech Development Engineer to lead GaN power technology development projects. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and have over 5 years of experience in semiconductor testing or process development. Responsibilities include designing tests, performing failure analysis, and collaborating on innovation initiatives. Strong communication skills in English are required, and proficiency in German is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor testing, process development, or integration.
• Familiar with fab systems and production processes (Si, SiC, GaN).
• Proficient in high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Drive GaN power technology development projects and work packages.
• Design and develop test structures for process control.
• Conduct and coordinate physical/electrical failure analyses.

Skills

Semiconductor testing

Process development

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Reliability analysis

Quality analysis

Hands-on with GaN HEMT technology

Excellent English communication

Structured problem-solving

Education

Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Job description

About the job Innovation & Tech Development Engineer

Seeking an Engineer to lead development, testing, and validation activities for next-generation GaN power technologies, including design of experiments, failure analysis, and IP generation within a semiconductor R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive GaN power technology development projects and work packages.
• Design and develop test structures for process control and evaluation.
• Perform electrical characterization of devices and screening.
• Conduct and coordinate physical/electrical failure analyses.
• Plan and assess design of experiments and process variation experiments.
• Participate in root cause analysis using 8D/Six Sigma methods.
• Collaborate on technology roadmap and innovation initiatives.
• Generate Intellectual Property based on R&D outcomes.

Required Skills:

• Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years in semiconductor testing, process development, or integration.
• Familiarity with fab systems and production processes (Si, SiC, GaN).
• Strong experience in project leadership and cross-functional teamwork.
• Hands‑on with GaN HEMT technology is a strong plus.
• Proficient in high‑volume manufacturing, reliability, and quality analysis.
• Skilled in structured problem‑solving (e.g., 8D, Six Sigma).
• Excellent English communication; German language is an added advantage.