Senior Project Leader

Infineon Technologies; Kulim; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global semiconductor company located in Kulim, Malaysia is seeking a Senior Project Leader to oversee technology development projects focused on SiC technologies. The ideal candidate should have a degree in physics or engineering, solid knowledge of power semiconductor devices, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential for driving technology innovations and collaborating with global teams to enhance energy efficiency and decarbonization efforts. Join the mission of making life easier, safer, and greener.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge about SiC power technologies.
• Proven project management experience with formal certification.
• Ability to resolve problems effectively using methodologies like Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technology development projects in SiC.
• Plan and control the project management cycle.
• Align and coordinate with cross-site teams.

Skills

Knowledge about power semiconductor devices

5+ years of relevant working experience

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in relevant field

Job description

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game‑changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in?

Power & Sensor Systems (PSS) drives leading‑edge power management, sensing, and data transfer capabilities. The PSS division powers decarbonization and digitalization with a wide range of energy‑efficient and digital solutions. PSS semiconductors help avoid carbon emissions, use resources sustainably, manage power effectively and intelligently, give "things" smart senses, and process data quickly and reliably. The portfolio includes power, connectivity, RF, and sensor system technologies to develop smaller, lighter, smarter, and more efficient solutions for consumer devices, smart home/building applications, robotics, computing and data centers, charging devices, power tools, and much more.

The next generation of silicon and wide‑bandgap (SiC and GaN) solutions provides unparalleled performance and reliability for 5G, big data, and renewable energy applications. These materials are paving the way for further energy and carbon savings. Highly precise XENSIV™ sensor solutions are enabling IoT devices to react intuitively to their surroundings for seamless user interactions while audio amplifiers bring exceptional sound experiences to smart speakers and other audio use cases.

We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone.

This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant's experience and skills. Learn more about our various contact channels. Please let your recruiter know if they need to pay special attention to something in order to enable your participation in the interview process.

At a glance:

Are you passionate about cutting‑edge power technologies and eager to shape the future of SiC power transistors? Join us as a Senior Project Leader and play a pivotal role in driving technology innovations from concept to production. Collaborate with cross‑functional and global teams to define goals, navigate challenges, and deliver world‑class solutions that transform energy efficiency and decarbonization efforts. This is your opportunity to contribute to our mission of making life easier, safer, and greener!

Job Description

In your new role you will:

• Lead and manage technology development projects with a focus on SiC technologies.
• Plan, track, and control the entire project management cycle - from initiation and risk management to final project closure - while ensuring compliance with internal guidelines.
• Actively align and coordinate goals with cross‑site teams (including simulation, technology, unit process development, quality), fostering a culture of collaboration.
• Enable efficient global communication among stakeholders, serving as the interface between technology experts, marketing, and management.
• Drive a proactive problem‑solving approach, motivating diverse and multi‑disciplinary teams to achieve project milestones.
• Innovate and continuously drive solutions to challenges in SiC power technology development while balancing resource constraints and time imperatives.

Your Profile

You are best equipped for this task if you have:

• Bachelor or master degree in physics, electrical engineering, chemistry, material sciences, or a related field.
• Solid knowledge about power semiconductor devices; ideally experience with SiC.
• 5+ years of relevant working experience; ideally in the semiconductor industry.
• Proven project management experience; a formal Project Management certification (e.g. IPMA) as a plus.
• Ability to resolve problems efficiently and effectively using systematic problem solving frameworks (8D, Six Sigma).
• Strong communication skills, with fluency in English.
• An innovative mindset that encourages creativity and solution‑oriented approaches in technical problem solving.
• Team leadership skills to inspire, guide, and motivate cross‑functional and international teams.