Field Applications Engineer

International Executive Service Corps; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Job summary

ROHM Semiconductor, located in Santa Clara, California, is seeking a Field Applications Engineer specializing in magnetic semiconductor components. The role entails providing technical support for customers and engaging in device design, processing, and reliability of magnetic components. The ideal candidate will develop technical presentation skills while collaborating with cross-functional teams and internal engineering teams in Japan.

Applicants must hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering and be fluent in both English and Japanese. The position requires some international travel and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in application/device engineering in the semiconductor industry.
• Experience in failure analyses and reliability of device physics is preferred.
• Ability to conduct detailed technical presentations.

Responsibilities

• Present technical product presentations to customer engineers.
• Deep engagement in device physics of magnetic semiconductor components.
• Work with customers during the design phase.

Skills

Strong knowledge of semiconductor device processing

Technical background in magnetic device design

Prior customer engagement experiences

Fluent in English and Japanese

Ability to travel internationally

Education

Advanced Degrees in Electrical Engineering or Semiconductor Device Physics

Job description

SUMMARY

The US Technical Center at ROHM Semiconductor has an immediate opportunity for a Field Applications Engineer – specialization in magnetic semiconductor components. We are seeking a dynamic and talented physics or electronics engineering graduate who will be responsible for supporting technical topics for different customers. They will work on magnetic components such as Hall effect sensors for consumer and industrial applications, with emphasis on device design, processing, and reliability. They will lead technical engagements for customers on current and next generation technical requirements and work with internal engineering team in Japan to provide solutions.

This is an exciting role to develop technical and customer facing skills required for an engineering career in the semiconductor and consumer electronics industry. Come be a part of our startup‑like, fast paced environment with an established company. ROHM is committed to having a diverse workplace and invites you to join our team!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Present detailed technical product presentations to key customer engineers at different level in multiple meetings, working toward design‑in of ROHM products


• Deep technical strengths in device physics of magnetic semiconductor components


• Strong communication skills; should find it enjoyable working with engineers and technology


• Work closely with colleagues in engineering, sales and marketing teams to provide technical support during all stages of the product life cycle


• Work closely with customers during the design phase, understanding the full scope of the customers’ requirements to help guide the development teams


• Work closely with the development teams to assist in the validation process


• Participate in new product design reviews both internally and externally


• Participate in supporting factory audits and customer visits internationally

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of semiconductor device processing and core electrical engineering concepts


• Technical background and knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Magnetic device design, process and characterization: Magnetic sensor design and modeling; Si or compound semiconductor front and back-end process technology; device characterizations such as sensitivity, linearity, temperature and noise characterization
  
  
  
  


• Prior customer engagement experiences with ability to make detailed technical presentations in concise and timely manner to customers


• Fluent in both English and Japanese (written/oral) for technical engagements with our Japanese counterparts


• Ability to travel internationally as much at 5~6x/year to accommodate customer visits and factory audits


• Flexible work schedule to with accommodate evening conference calls, emails, and text communications with customer

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

• Experience in failure analyses and reliability of device physics


• Failure analysis equipment knowledges such as SEM/EDX, OBIRCH, FT-IR spectroscopy


• Ability to highlight technical gaps between customer requests and internal capabilities in resolving issues


• Demonstrated experience in successful customer and team relationships


• Strong analytical skills

EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced Degrees in Electrical Engineering or Semiconductor Device Physics; or applicable major or equivalent combination of education/training and work experience, or equivalent industry work experience is a minimum requirement


• 3+ year's current work history and demonstrated skills & background application/device engineering in the semiconductor industry


• Proficient verbal and written English language. Japanese language skill is required.


• Possess a good degree of professional business acumen


• Effective communication skills (written, oral and listening)


• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and abilities

ABILITIES/ATTITUDES

• Desire to work in a dynamic environment, startup like atmosphere, with the financial security of a large company


• Desire to fully complete tasks with high attention to detail


• Excellent skills in: Communication (oral, written, and listening), customer service, organizational, analytical and negotiation


• Collaborate with internal/external teams


• Strong critical-thinking and problem‑solving abilities. Must be detailed‑oriented and able to multitask and manage workload and determine priorities


• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, especially to Japan


• Proven ability to influence cross‑functional, multinational teams without formal authority


• Works effectively in a collaborative team environment


• Identify new business opportunities


• Stay abreast of new technologies, industry trends and enhance professional growth


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED

Time Management, Critical Analysis, Problem‑solving, Computerized Systems, Organizational, Communication, Interpersonal, Attention to Detail, Ability to work in diverse and fast‑paced environments or flexible to changing directions, Ability to conduct presentations

WORK CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Office environment, driving vehicle, airline flights, lift, stand, sit, bend, reach, pull, repetitive motion, Hybrid

ROHM offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to applicants and employees with qualifying disabilities. Please contact [e-mail] or 858.625.3600 for assistance with applying. Pre‑employment screenings are conducted on final candidates. Salary range $130,000- $180,000 commensurate with experience.

ROHM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.