(Section) Manager Design Engineering

Diodes Inc; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Diodes Incorporated is seeking a Design Engineering Manager to lead our AI-Assisted Design Engineering team. This role will lead and develop a growing team of engineers focused on applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation technologies to accelerate semiconductor design, verification, and product development.

This role is ideal for an emerging engineering leader with who is passionate about mentoring others, driving innovation, and helping build next-generation engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in EE/EECS or related field.
• 2–5+ years of analog/mixed-signal or semiconductor design experience.
• Experience leading engineering projects and mentoring staff.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop AI-assisted design engineering team.
• Guide engineers through complex design challenges.
• Influence engineering strategy and deployment of AI-enabled methods.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

AI/automation mindset

Analog/Mixed-signal design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

Salary Range: $150,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually

About the Role

Diodes Incorporated is seeking a Design Engineering Manager to lead our AI-Assisted Design Engineering team. This role will lead and develop a growing team of engineers focused on applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation technologies to accelerate semiconductor design, verification, and product development. This role is ideal for an emerging engineering leader with who is passionate about mentoring others, driving innovation, and helping build next-generation engineering capabilities.

What You’ll Do

The successful candidate will blend technical expertise with strong leadership potential, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment while guiding engineers through complex technical challenges. This position offers the opportunity to influence engineering strategy, champion AI-enabled design methodologies, and play a key role in developing the next generation of semiconductor talent.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (EECS), or a related field.
• 2 to 5+ years of analog, mixed-signal, or semiconductor design experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, mentoring junior engineers, or serving in a technical leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to influence and guide others through collaboration, coaching, and technical expertise.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Analog and mixed-signal circuit design
  • Semiconductor device fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of:
  • Circuit simulation, verification, and characterization
  • Engineering problem-solving and debugging methodologies
• Experience with Python or similar programming languages for automation, data analysis, or workflow optimization.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic engineering environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Provides coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback to support employee growth and career development.
• Effectively prioritizes work, delegates responsibilities, and aligns resources to achieve business objectives.
• Encourages continuous improvement and embraces new technologies that enhance engineering productivity.
• Exhibits strong business acumen and the ability to connect technical decisions with organizational goals.

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, education, location, and business needs. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This salary range represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.

Life at Diodes

Diodes Incorporated delivers advanced analog and power semiconductor solutions to the world’s leading technology companies, driving innovation, efficiency, and performance across high‑growth markets. Our teams collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and corporate functions in a fast‑paced, transparent culture guided by Integrity, Commitment, and Innovation.

We design reliable technology that improves the world—while prioritizing sustainability, safety, and employee well‑being.

Our Vision: Inspire future technology through leading semiconductor solutions.

Diodes Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.