Principal SiC Power Device Technologist

Navitas Semiconductor; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in California is seeking a Principal SiC Device Technologist to drive development and optimization of SiC power devices, including MOSFETs and IGBTs. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics, with at least 5 years of experience in semiconductor device development and a deep understanding of power semiconductor physics. Strong analytical skills, technical communication, and the ability to work across cultures are essential. The role may involve travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in SiC power device development.
• Strong understanding of power semiconductor physics.
• Experience scaling 150 mm to 200 mm power SiC technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the simulation, design, and optimization of SiC power devices.
• Define and optimize SiC epitaxy and fabrication.
• Drive device technology roadmap and act as technical liaison.
• Coordinate electrical characterization and failure analysis.
• Define strategy for technology qualification and ensure reliability.
• Provide data for TCAD and SPICE model calibration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Cross-cultural teamwork

SiC design knowledge

Power manufacturing familiarity

High-voltage application experience

Leadership

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent

PhD or Masters in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent

Job description

A leading semiconductor company in California is seeking a Principal SiC Device Technologist to drive development and optimization of SiC power devices, including MOSFETs and IGBTs. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics, with at least 5 years of experience in semiconductor device development and a deep understanding of power semiconductor physics. Strong analytical skills, technical communication, and the ability to work across cultures are essential. The role may involve travel up to 25%.