Sr. Principal Foundry Engineer – Logic/RF Device Expert

NXP SEMICONDUCTORS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A semiconductor technology company in Singapore is seeking a professional to lead the introduction of advanced node technologies and support process transfers. The candidate will work closely with foundries and technology teams, ensuring manufacturability and performance. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics along with 10 years of experience in semiconductor device engineering is required. Proficiency in English and Mandarin is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in semiconductor device engineering.
• Proven hands-on experience with HKMG and FinFET technologies.
• Deep understanding of semiconductor device physics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with foundries and technology teams to qualify advanced processes.
• Provide technical leadership in semiconductor physics.
• Lead and steer projects to meet business objectives.

Skills

Experience in semiconductor device engineering

Fluent in English and Mandarin

Leadership in development projects

Strong analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Job description

Overview

The APAC Central Competence Team partners with external foundries to ensure robust chip supply and technology enablement for NXP’s business lines. This role focuses on driving advanced node technology ramp-up and transfer, with a strong emphasis on logic/RF devices. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead and support new technology introduction (NTI) and process transfers involving logic/RF technologies, ensuring manufacturability, yield, and performance targets are met.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with foundries, NXP technology teams, and business lines to qualify and release advanced FinFET processes.
• Provide technical leadership in semiconductor device physics, especially in FinFET architecture and behavior.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders on critical development and transfer projects.
• Lead and steer projects to meet timelines and business objectives.
• Make key decisions on process integration, balancing technical, logistical, and strategic factors.
• Support NTI process transfers within foundries and NXP joint ventures.

Requirements / preferences

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in semiconductor device engineering, with a strong focus on advanced logic/RF devices.
• Proven hands‑on experience with HKMG and FinFET technologies in production or development environments.
• Deep understanding of semiconductor device physics, especially HKMG and FinFET.
• Strong analytical skills in yield enhancement and electrical data analysis.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.
• Demonstrated leadership in development, transfer, or ramp‑up projects.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Proactive, pragmatic, and results‑driven mindset.
• Experience working with foundries and leveraging external manufacturing capabilities.